Norris Bradbury Age, Birthday, Zodiac Sign and Birth Chart

Norris Edward Bradbury (May 30, 1909 – August 20, 1997) was an American physicist who served as the director of Los Alamos National Laboratory for 25 years from 1945 to 1970, succeeding J. Robert Oppenheimer. He was responsible for the final assembly of the Trinity test. During a challenging time at the lab, he managed to retain staff, renew administrative contracts with the University of California, and promote advancements in nuclear weapons development. Bradbury later oversaw the development of hydrogen bombs and established the Los Alamos Meson Physics Facility, significantly contributing to nuclear science and technology.

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Meaning of the name - Norris

Norse warrior, descendant of the north

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May 30, 1909 Facts

Generation Group

Norris Bradbury belongs to the GI Generation group.

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Place of Birth: Santa Barbara

Place of Death: Los Alamos

Cause of Death: infectious disease

Educated At: Pomona College | University of California, Berkeley

Occupation: nuclear physicist | physicist

Employers: Stanford University

Awards Received: Legionnaire of Legion of Merit | Fellow of the American Physical Society | Department of Defense Medal for Distinguished Public Service | Enrico Fermi Award

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