Michael Ventris
Michael Ventris (1922–1956) was a British linguist, architect and classical scholar.
Also recorded as Michael George Francis Ventris.
Overview
Born at Wheathampstead in 1922, died at London in 1956.
In detail
Michael Ventris studied at Stowe School and Architectural Association School of Architecture. the recorded working language is English, French and German.
The field of work recorded is linguistics and mycenology. Arthur Evans is recorded as an influence.
Works named in the authority record are decipherment of Linear B.
Distinctions recorded are Kenyon Medal and Officer of the Order of the British Empire.
Sources
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“Michael Ventris”, English Wikipedia, consulted as further reading
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Wikidata, structured authority record Q259378: Michael Ventris
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