Fergus Anckorn

Fergus Anckorn was born on December 1, 1918 in England. Nicknamed "the conjurer on the River Kwai," he is a WWII veteran and former prisoner of war who also became the the longest-tenured member of the Magic Circle. During the fall of Singapore, he was captured by the Japanese and forced to work on the Burma Railway.
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Popular As Fergus Anckorn
Occupation War Hero
Age 102 years old
Zodiac Sign Sagittarius
Born December 1, 1918 (England)
Birthday December 1
Town/City England
Nationality England

🌙 Zodiac

Fergus Anckorn’s zodiac sign is Sagittarius. According to astrologers, Sagittarius is curious and energetic, it is one of the biggest travelers among all zodiac signs. Their open mind and philosophical view motivates them to wander around the world in search of the meaning of life. Sagittarius is extrovert, optimistic and enthusiastic, and likes changes. Sagittarius-born are able to transform their thoughts into concrete actions and they will do anything to achieve their goals.

🌙 Chinese Zodiac Signs

Fergus Anckorn was born in the Year of the Horse. Those born under the Chinese Zodiac sign of the Horse love to roam free. They’re energetic, self-reliant, money-wise, and they enjoy traveling, love and intimacy. They’re great at seducing, sharp-witted, impatient and sometimes seen as a drifter. Compatible with Dog or Tiger.

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About

Nicknamed "the conjurer on the River Kwai," he is a WWII veteran and former prisoner of war who also became the the longest-tenured member of the Magic Circle. During the fall of Singapore, he was captured by the Japanese and forced to work on the Burma Railway.

Before Fame

His Magician past began when he was 18 years old as the conjurer Wizardus. He was the youngest member of the Magic Circle at the time.

Trivia

He would perform card tricks while captured to distract and entertain Japanese guards, allowing him and friends to have more food rations and longer breaks.

Family Life

He married his wife Lucille in 1941.

Associated With

Magician and Britain's Got Talent champion Richard Jones brought Fergus on to the stage during the final act of the reality show.

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