William de Bois Maclaren | |
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![]() Director of Rubber Estate Agency | |
Born | William Frederick McLaren 17 November 1856 Glasgow, Scotland |
Died | 3 June 1921 | (aged 64)
Nationality | Scottish |
Occupation | Publisher |
Known for | Donation of Gilwell Park to The Scout Association |
William Frederick de Bois Maclaren (17 November 1856 – 3 June 1921) was publisher, businessman and Scout Commissioner for Rosneath, Dunbartonshire, Scotland. He is most recognized as the first major benefactor of Scouting by donating Gilwell Park in 1919.
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