James South

British astronomer (1785-1867) · United Kingdom · On the map · Scientists · Died at 82

Sir James South was a British astronomer.

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A typical day, 30 days to 11 July 2026

The middle day of the days counted, so one week of news cannot move it. The line under it is the last 60 days, one point a day.

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Fellow of the Royal Society

Copley Medal

Lalande Prize

Gold Medal of the Royal Astronomical Society

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United Kingdom