R.C. Sherriff: Quick Facts

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Also Known As	Robert Cedric Sherriff
Born	June 6, 1896 • England
Died	November 13, 1975 (aged 79) • London • England • (Died on this day)
Notable Works	“Journey’s End” • “Odd Man Out” • “The Dam Busters” • “The Invisible Man”

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