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James Desmond Caldwell McConnell

1930 – 2026

Mineralogist, who was a lecturer in the University of Cambridge

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Lived 1930 – 2026 (aged 95). James Desmond Caldwell McConnell was a British physicist.

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Important facts

Born
3 July 1930, Lisburn
Birth century
20th century
Died
2 January 2026
Occupation
Physicist
Nationality
United Kingdom
Education
Queen's University Belfast

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Frequently asked questions

Who was James Desmond Caldwell McConnell?

mineralogist, who was a lecturer in the University of Cambridge

When was James Desmond Caldwell McConnell born?

James Desmond Caldwell McConnell was born on 3 July 1930 in Lisburn.

When did James Desmond Caldwell McConnell die?

James Desmond Caldwell McConnell died on 2 January 2026.

What was James Desmond Caldwell McConnell's occupation?

James Desmond Caldwell McConnell was a physicist.

What nationality was James Desmond Caldwell McConnell?

James Desmond Caldwell McConnell was British.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: James Desmond Caldwell McConnell

· Wikidata: Q21165255

· DBpedia: Desmond McConnell

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