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1950Dec, 11

Leslie Comrie

Leslie Comrie, New Zealand astronomer and author (b. 1893)
Leslie John Comrie FRS (15 August 1893 – 11 December 1950) was an astronomer and a pioneer in mechanical computation.

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Events on 1950

  • 23Jan

    Jerusalem

    The Knesset resolves that Jerusalem is the capital of Israel.
  • 9Feb

    Joseph McCarthy

    Second Red Scare: US Senator Joseph McCarthy accuses the United States Department of State of being filled with Communists.
  • 13May

    Silverstone Circuit

    The first round of the Formula One World Championship is held at Silverstone.
  • 11Jul

    International Monetary Fund

    Pakistan joins the International Monetary Fund and the International Bank.
  • 11Sep

    Harry S. Truman

    Korean War: President Harry S. Truman approved military operations north of the 38th parallel.