F. W. Thring | |
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| Born | William Francis Thring 2 December 1882 Wentworth, New South Wales, Australia |
| Died | 1 July 1936 (aged 53) East Melbourne, Victoria, Australia |
| Resting place | Burwood Cemetery |
| Other names | Francis William III |
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| Years active | c. 1915–1935 |
Francis William Thring III (2 December 1882 – 1 July 1936), better known as F. W. Thring, was an Australian film director, producer, and exhibitor. He has been credited with the invention of the clapperboard.