About John Patterson
Lived 1872 – 1956 (aged 84). John Patterson was a Canadian physicist and meteorologist.
John Patterson OBE, (January 3, 1872 – February 22, 1956) was a Canadian physicist and meteorologist.
Born on a farm in Oxford County, Ontario, he was one of thirteen children of Francis Patterson and Annie (Telfer).
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Who was John Patterson?
Canadian physicist and meteorologist (1872-1956)
When was John Patterson born?
John Patterson was born on 3 January 1872 in Oxford County.
When did John Patterson die?
John Patterson died on 22 February 1956 in Mississauga.
What was John Patterson's occupation?
John Patterson was a physicist and meteorologist.
What nationality was John Patterson?
John Patterson was Canadian.
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· DBpedia: John Patterson (meteorologist)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). John Patterson. https://biography.guide/john-patterson-physicist/
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