Sir James Lighthill: Quick Facts


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Also Known As Sir Michael James Lighthill
Born January 23, 1924 • Paris • France
Died July 17, 1998 (aged 74) • Sark • Channel Islands
Awards And Honors Copley Medal (1998)

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