John Bruce

John Bruce (1802–1869) was an English antiquary, closely associated with the Camden Society. He was born London, in a Scottish family. He was educated at private schools in England, and at Aberdeen grammar school. Trained for the law, he did no practise after 1840. Following historical and antiquarian interests, Bruce took a prominent part in the foundation of the Camden Society, held office in it as treasurer and director, and contributed to its publications. In 1861 he was appointed by the Society of Antiquaries of London a trustee of Sir John Soane's Museum. Bruce had been a widower for some years before his death, which occurred suddenly in London, 28 October 1869.