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Jack Odell

British businessman (1920-2007) · United Kingdom · On the map · Scientists · Died at 87

John William Odell, OBE was the English inventor of Matchbox toys and the engineer responsible for their unique design. He joined with partners Leslie Smith and Rodney Smith to form Lesney Products.

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Officer of the Order of the British Empire

About this person

Country
United Kingdom
Category
Scientists
Type
Scientist
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1920 to 2007 · aged 87