Francis Ralph Rambo
| Francis Ralph Rambo | |
|---|---|
| Born | May 16, 1894 San Jose, California, U.S. |
| 💀Died | May 19, 1990 (aged 96) San Jose, California, U.S.May 19, 1990 (aged 96) |
| 💼 Occupation | Illustrator, cartoonist, historian |
| Known for | History of the Santa Clara Valley |
Francis Ralph Rambo (May 16, 1894 – May 19, 1990) was an American illustrator, cartoonist, and historian based in San Jose, California. He was known for his books and illustrations documenting the history of the Santa Clara Valley.[1][2]
Early life
Francis Ralph Rambo was born in San Jose, California, on May 16, 1894.[1] He grew up in the Santa Clara Valley during a period when the area was transitioning from its agricultural roots.[3]
Career
Rambo worked as an illustrator and later served as art director at the Muirson Label Company in San Jose for approximately fifty years, from around 1914 to 1966.[1][4] After retiring, he devoted himself to writing and illustrating books about the history of the Santa Clara Valley.[1]
Rambo wrote and illustrated at least 14 books on the history of the Santa Clara Valley, including Almost Forgotten: A Boy's Eye View of an Old Valley and Remember When.[3] His works combined historical research with hand-drawn illustrations and maps.[4] The San Jose City Council issued a proclamation in 1981 honoring him for his contributions to preserving local history.[5]
His papers and artwork are held in the Rambo (F. Ralph) Collection at the History San Jose Research Library.[1]
Death
Rambo died in San Jose on May 19, 1990, at the age of 96.[2]
References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 "Rambo (F. Ralph) Collection, 1883-1985". California Digital Library. Retrieved 2026-06-19.
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 "Francis Ralph Rambo". Geographicus Rare Antique Maps. Retrieved 2026-06-19.
- ↑ 3.0 3.1 "Cartoon Pen & Inklings of the Old Santa Clara Valley". David Rumsey Map Collection. Retrieved 2026-06-19.
- ↑ 4.0 4.1 "Label Legacy: Muirson Label Company". History San Jose. Retrieved 2026-06-19.
- ↑ "Francis Ralph Rambo Biography". askART. Retrieved 2026-06-19.
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