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Lionel Penrose

British psychiatrist, medical geneticist, mathematician, and chess theorist (*1898 – †1972)

Lionel Penrose was born on June 11, 1898 in London, United Kingdom and died on May 12, 1972, aged 73.

Born

June 11, 1898

Lionel Penrose died aged 73.

Died: May 12, 1972

Source:

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Birthplace
London, United Kingdom
Professions
chess composer, geneticist, pediatrician, psychiatrist, physician, university teacher, paramedic, mathematician
Citizenship
United Kingdom

More about Lionel Penrose

Zodiac sign
Gemini

Family

Child
Oliver Penrose
Child
Jonathan Penrose
Child
Roger Penrose
Sibling
Roland Penrose

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Questions people ask

How old was Lionel Penrose when they died?

Lionel Penrose died aged 73.

When is Lionel Penrose’s birthday?

Lionel Penrose’s recorded birthday is June 11.

Where was Lionel Penrose born?

Lionel Penrose was born in London, United Kingdom.

When did Lionel Penrose die?

Lionel Penrose died on May 12, 1972.