About Clifford Berry
Lived 1918 – 1963 (aged 45). Clifford Berry was an American physicist, computer scientist and engineer, known for Atanasoff–Berry computer.
Clifford Edward Berry (April 19, 1918 – October 30, 1963) was an American computer scientist who helped John Vincent Atanasoff create the first digital electronic computer in 1939, the Atanasoff–Berry computer (ABC).
Biography Clifford Berry was born April 19, 1918, in Gladbrook, Iowa, to Fred and Grace Berry. His father owned an appliance repair shop, where he was able to learn about radios. He went on to study at Iowa State College (now known as Iowa State University), eventually earning a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering in 1939 and followed by his master's degree in physics in 1941.
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Who was Clifford Berry?
American computer scientist (1918–1963)
When was Clifford Berry born?
Clifford Berry was born on 19 April 1918 in Gladbrook.
When did Clifford Berry die?
Clifford Berry died on 30 October 1963 in New York City.
What was Clifford Berry's occupation?
Clifford Berry was a physicist, computer scientist and engineer.
What was Clifford Berry known for?
Clifford Berry was known for Atanasoff–Berry computer.
What nationality was Clifford Berry?
Clifford Berry was American.
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