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Gerald Maurice Clemence

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American astronomer (1908-1974)

United StatesScientistsLived 1908 to 1974 · aged 66
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Gerald Maurice Clemence was an American astronomer. Inspired by the life and work of Simon Newcomb, his career paralleled the huge advances in astronomy brought about by the advent of the electronic computer. Clemence did much to revive the prestige of the U.S. Nautical Almanac Office.

Awards 3

1975James Craig Watson Medal
1965Gold Medal of the Royal Astronomical Society
1963Captain Robert Dexter Conrad Award

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About this person

Country
United States
Category
Scientists
Type
Scientist
Status
deceased
Dates
Lived 1908 to 1974 · aged 66
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9 languages

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