Patrick Blackett Baron Blackett
Scientist
Patrick Maynard Stuart Blackett, Baron Blackett OM CH FRS (18 November 1897 – 13 July 1974) was an English experimental physicist known for his work on cloud chambers, cosmic rays, and paleomagnetism. He also made a major contribution in World War II advising on military strategy and developing operational research. His left-wing views saw an outlet in third world development and in influencing policy in the Labour Government of the 1960s.
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| Alias (AKA) | Blackett Patrick Maynard Stuart |
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| Birth date | November 18, 1897 |
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| Birth name | Patrick Maynard Stuart Blackett |
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| Date of death | July 13, 1974 |
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