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Conel Hugh O'Donel Alexander CMG CBE (19 April 1909 – 15 February 1974), known as Hugh Alexander and C. H. O'D. Alexander, was an Irish-born British cryptanalyst, chess player, and chess writer. He worked on the German Enigma machine at Bletchley Park during the Second World War , and was later the head of the cryptanalysis division at GCHQ ...
19 April 1909. Cork, Ireland. Died. 15 February 1974. Cheltenham, England. Summary. Conel Hugh O'Donel Alexander was an Irish-born British cryptanalyst, chess player and chess writer. View five larger pictures. Biography.
Learn about the life and achievements of C.H.O'D. Alexander, a cryptanalyst, writer, and strong chess player who inspired the role of Hugh Alexander in the film \"The Imitation Game\". See his chess games, biography, and photos on ChessBase.
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Dec 3, 2014 · How accurate is the Oscar-buzzed biopic about the British mathematician, codebreaker, and computer pioneer? Find out the truth behind the film's inventions, omissions, and exaggerations.
Dec 27, 2017 · Hugh Alexander, the Indians’ latest acquisition, had his first good look at Luke Sewell, veteran White Sox catcher, in the fourth inning of the second game in the stadium yesterday. He now wishes they could meet on more cordial terms. Hugh was an easy out at home as he tried to score from third on Frank Pytlak’s infield grounder.
Hugh Alexander was a skilled chess player and mathematician who worked with Alan Turing to break the German Enigma code during World War II. He also led the cryptanalysis division at GCHQ and participated in early experiments with artificial intelligence.
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A friend and chess partner of Hugh Alexander, a British cryptanalyst and chess master, recounts his life and achievements. The memoir covers his early years, his academic and professional career, his wartime experiences, and his hobbies and interests.
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