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George Willis Ritchey

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American astronomer (1864-1945)

United StatesScientistsLived 1864 to 1945 · aged 80
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George Willis Ritchey was an American optician and telescope maker and astronomer born at Tuppers Plains, Ohio.

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Ritchey 24" reflecting TelescopeRitchey 24" reflecting Telescope

Awards 2

1924Prix Jules Janssen
1924Janssen Medal

Connected to George 6

Alfred PerotAlso won Janssen MedalAndré-Louis DanjonAlso won Prix Jules JanssenOwen GingerichAlso won Prix Jules JanssenPol SwingsAlso won Janssen MedalHenri-Alexandre DeslandresAlso won Janssen MedalOtto HeckmannAlso won Prix Jules Janssen

About this person

Country
United States
Category
Scientists
Type
Scientist
Status
deceased
Dates
Lived 1864 to 1945 · aged 80
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15 languages

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