Beatrice Shilling Age, Birthday, Zodiac Sign and Birth Chart

Beatrice (Tilly) Shilling was a British engineer and a pioneer in aerospace engineering and car racing. Born on March 8, 1909, Shilling was notable for inventing the Miss Shilling's Orifice during World War II, which prevented engine explosions in Rolls Royce Merlin engines used in fighter aircraft like the Hawker Hurricane and Supermarine Spitfire. She was also involved in motorcycle racing in the 1930s and transitioned to car racing post-war. Shilling was awarded the Order of the British Empire and held both a PhD and Master’s degree in engineering.

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Meaning of the name - Beatrice

she who brings happiness, she who blesses

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March 8, 1909 Facts

Generation Group

Beatrice Shilling belongs to the GI Generation group.

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Place of Birth: Waterlooville

Place of Death: Farnborough

Cause of Death: bronchopneumonia

Educated At: University of Manchester

Occupation: motorcycle racer | engineer

Employers: Royal Aircraft Establishment

Awards Received: Officer of the Order of the British Empire

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Astrology Analysis

Note: This birth chart is calculated using the date and place of birth, with the time set to noon (12:00 PM) local time. While this provides accurate planetary positions for most celestial bodies, the Ascendant (Rising Sign) and house cusps are not calculated since they require precise birth time. For a complete astrological analysis including houses and rising sign, please provide the exact birth time.