Brigadier-General Edward William David Baird (29 June 1864 – 8 August 1956), known as Ned Baird, was a cavalry officer in the regular British Army and the reserve Territorial Force.
Following service in the army, he became a successful horse trainer, winning the Grand National and the St.
Leger.
He was also a steward at the Jockey Club, a Deputy Lieutenant and a Justice of the Peace.
Author: James Lafayette (1853-1923) Source: The Badminton magazine of sports & pastimes. v.33 (1911 pt.2), p. 239 License: CC-PD-Mark PD-old-70-expired