William Edward Cox
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| William Edward Cox BSc | |
|---|---|
 William Edward Cox in 1958 | |
| Nicknames | Ted, Teddy |
| Born | 22 March 1911 |
| Died |
19 March 1979 (aged 67) Boston |
| Education | Kirton School; Boston Grammar School (1921-1929); College of St Mark and St John, Chelsea (BSc 1932) |
| Roles | Head of Physics from about 1966 |
| Years at BGS | 1921-1929 (student); 1950-1971 (staff) |
| Departments | Science |
| Subjects | Physics, Chemistry, Physical Education |
| Known for | Football, Cricket, Radio and Electronics Society, Science Society |
| Notable work(s) | Captain of football and cricket |
| Spouse | Elsie Loveday |
| Awards | 1929 Parry Gold Medal |
William Edward Cox was a student and later a teacher at Boston Grammar School. He taught Physics, Chemistry and Physical Education.
Before Boston Grammar School
Cox was Second Master of St Thomas' Church of England School (1932-1950). During WWII he was a Flight Lieutenant (meteorological officer) in the RAF.
At Boston Grammar School
As a staff member Cox was involved in Football, Cricket, Radio and Electronics Society, Science Society. He had been captain of both cricket and football when a student at the school and won the 1929 Parry Gold Medal.
He retired on 31 August 1971.
After Boston Grammar School
When he left Boston Grammar School in 1971, Cox retired. He was a member of the Old Bostonian Association and a governor of the school until his death.