James Short
British mathematician (1710-1768) · Academics · Died at 58
James Short FRS was a Scottish mathematician and manufacturer of optical instruments, principally telescopes. During his 35-year career as a telescope-maker he produced approximately 1,360 scientific instruments.
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Lived 1710 to 1768 · aged 58
