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Maurice Alan Edgar Mawby

1904 – 1977

Australian mining industry leader

Business executive Mineralogist Mining engineer
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About Maurice Alan Edgar Mawby

Lived 1904 – 1977 (aged 72). Maurice Alan Edgar Mawby was an Australian business executive, mineralogist and mining engineer.

Sir Maurice Alan Edgar Mawby (31 August 1904 – 4 August 1977) was an Australian mining industry leader.

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Important facts

Born
31 August 1904, Broken Hill
Birth century
20th century
Died
4 August 1977, East Melbourne
Occupation
Business executive, mineralogist, mining engineer
Nationality
Australia
Awards
Fellow of the Australian Academy of Science; Knight Bachelor; Kernot Memorial Medal
Also known as
Maurice Mawby, Sir Maurice Alan Edgar Mawby

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Maurice Alan Edgar Mawby?

Australian mining industry leader (1904–1977)

When was Maurice Alan Edgar Mawby born?

Maurice Alan Edgar Mawby was born on 31 August 1904 in Broken Hill.

When did Maurice Alan Edgar Mawby die?

Maurice Alan Edgar Mawby died on 4 August 1977 in East Melbourne.

What was Maurice Alan Edgar Mawby's occupation?

Maurice Alan Edgar Mawby was a business executive, mineralogist and mining engineer.

What nationality was Maurice Alan Edgar Mawby?

Maurice Alan Edgar Mawby was Australian.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Maurice Alan Edgar Mawby

· Wikidata: Q21083482

· DBpedia: Maurice Mawby

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