Edward Von der Porten | |
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 Von der Porten in 2011 | |
| Born | Edward Paul Von der Porten October 29, 1933 New York City, U.S. |
| Died | April 9, 2018 (aged 84) San Francisco, U.S. |
| Occupation | Historian, archaeologist, school teacher |
| Genre | History and archaeology |
| Subject | Kriegsmarine, Chinese porcelains, Manila Galleons, Francis Drake |
| Spouse | Saryl Corrick |
| Children | Two sons |
Edward Paul Von der Porten (October 29, 1933 – April 9, 2018) was an American scholar noted for his work in history, archaeology, and museum practices. His areas of expertise included Sir Francis Drake, Drake's New Albion claim, Chinese porcelain, the Kriegsmarine, and Manila galleon history, and he was also the director of the Treasure Island Museum.