Person

Rofe, Bryan (1918 - 1971)

MBE

Born
1918
Died
27 August 1971
Occupation
Military scientist and Science administrator

Summary

Bryan Rofe served in the RAAF Meteorological Service and worked at the Australian Weapons Research Establishment, South Australia 1948-1970 and was Director of the Australian Antarctic Division 1970-1971. Rofe was a Member of the Order of the British Empire (MBE).

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National Library of Australia Manuscript Collection

  • Bryan Rofe - Records, 1948 - 1971, MS 3727; National Library of Australia Manuscript Collection. Details

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See also

McCarthy, G.J.

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