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George Simpson

British meteorologist (1878-1965) · United Kingdom · Scientists · Died at 86

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Sir George Clarke Simpson KCB CBE FRS HFRSE was a British meteorologist. He was President of the Royal Meteorological Society 1940/41.

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Sledge flag used by Simpson in Antarctica during the Terra Nova ExpeditionSledge flag used by Simpson in Antarctica during the Terra Nova ExpeditionKhud Cottage SimlaKhud Cottage Simla

Awards

Chree Medal and Prize1951
Commander of the Order of the British Empire1919
Fellow of the Royal Society
Knight Commander of the Order of the Bath

About this person

Country
United Kingdom
Category
Scientists
Type
Scientist
Status
deceased
Dates
Lived 1878 to 1965 · aged 86

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