Famed for his scoops for the Daily Express, the veteran journalist Harry Chapman Pincher passed away on the eve of 5th August 2014 at 100 years of age.
He served in the Ministry of Supply during the Second World War before embarking on a lengthy and successful career in journalism, joining the Daily Express as a science and defence correspondent. He is regarded as one of the finest investigative reporters of the twentieth century. Most recently, Harry Chapman Pincher recounted his life story in Chapman Pincher: Dangerous To Know, to celebrate his 100th birthday.
Biteback’s thoughts are with his friends and family at this time.
Read the Guardian’s moving tribute to the remarkable man
Watch the BBC Interview with Chapman Pincher on his 100th birthday
Chapman Pincher preparing to fly with the RAF over the Yemen in 1962.