J.F. Harrison, the man later largely responsible for the design of No.71000 "Duke of Gloucester" was the popular choice, but at 42 years old, it was considered inappropriate for someone so young to take the post.
J.F. Harrison largely responsible for the design of No.71000 "Duke of Gloucester" was the popular choice. This was the man later. It was considered inappropriate for someone so young to take the post. This was at 42 years old.