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John William Dunne

Birthplace

The source records Curragh Camp as this person's birthplace. The pin marks the area, not an exact birth address or later home.

John William Dunne
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What is recorded here

Why this person is known: British soldier, aeronautical engineer and philosopher (1875–1949)

From Wikidata Q1632506

Birthplace
Curragh Camp
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