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James Thomson

British engineer (1822–1892)

James Thomson was born on February 16, 1822 in Belfast, United Kingdom and died on May 8, 1892, aged 70.

Born

February 16, 1822

James Thomson died aged 70.

Died: May 8, 1892

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Birthplace
Belfast, United Kingdom
Professions
physicist, glaciologist, engineer
Citizenship
Ireland

More about James Thomson

Zodiac sign
Aquarius

Family

Sibling
William Thomson, 1st Baron Kelvin

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Questions people ask

How old was James Thomson when they died?

James Thomson died aged 70.

When is James Thomson’s birthday?

James Thomson’s recorded birthday is February 16.

Where was James Thomson born?

James Thomson was born in Belfast, United Kingdom.

When did James Thomson die?

James Thomson died on May 8, 1892.