William O. Baker
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William Oliver Baker (July 15, 1915 – October 31, 2005) was president of Bell Labs from 1973 to 1979 and advisor on scientific matters to five United States presidents.[1]
Quick Facts 5th President of Bell Labs, Preceded by ...
William Oliver Baker | |
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5th President of Bell Labs | |
In office 1973–1979 | |
Preceded by | James Brown Fisk |
Succeeded by | Ian Munro Ross |
Personal details | |
Born | (1915-07-15)July 15, 1915 Chestertown, Maryland |
Died | October 31, 2005(2005-10-31) (aged 90) Chatham, New Jersey |
Spouse |
Frances Burrill
(m. 1941; died 1999) |
Alma mater | Washington College (B.S.) Princeton University (Ph.D.) |
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