Lorna Arnold

Historian and author of historical works

Lorna Arnold - Historian and author of historical works
Born

1915
110 years ago

Died

March 25th, 2014
11 years ago — 99 years old

Category

Thinkers & Philosophers

Country

United Kingdom

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An English historian and author specialized in the history of nuclear energy and the atomic bomb. Published significant scholarly articles and books, contributing to the understanding of the post-war nuclear landscape. Recalled for deep research into the repercussions of nuclear testing, focusing on the human and environmental impacts. Served as a senior research fellow at the University of Reading, where extensive academic work took place.

Authored 'British Nuclear Weapons 1952-2002'

Contributed to the history of the Cold War

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