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Robert Burnham, Jr.

American astronomer (1931-1993) · United States · On the map · Scientists · Died at 61

Robert Burnham Jr. was an American astronomer, best known for writing the classic three-volume Burnham's Celestial Handbook. He discovered numerous asteroids, including the Mars crossing asteroid 3397 Leyla, and six comets.

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Country
United States
Category
Scientists
Type
Scientist
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1931 to 1993 · aged 61