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John Pond

British astronomer · Scientists · Lived 1767 to 1836 · aged 69

John Pond FRS was an English astronomer who became the sixth Astronomer Royal, serving from 1811 to 1835.

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A typical day, 30 days to 15 June 2026

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Fellow of the Royal Society
Copley Medal
Lalande Prize
Fellow of the American Academy of Arts and Sciences

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Category
Scientists
Type
Scientist
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1767 to 1836 · aged 69