Born 13 Bedford Square, son of Halsey Ricardo. Mechanical engineer specialising in developing the internal combustion petrol and diesel engine. Died King Edward VII Hospital, Midhurst, following a fall at home.
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Sir Harry Ricardo
English Heritage Sir Harry Ricardo, 1885 - 1974, mechanical engineer was bor...
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