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Wilhelm Julius Foerster

German astronomer (1832-1921) · Germany · On the map · Scientists · Died at 88

Wilhelm Julius Foerster was a German astronomer. His name can also be written Förster, but is usually written "Foerster" even in most German sources where 'ö' is otherwise used in the text.

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A typical day, 30 days to 6 November 2026

The middle day of the days counted, so one week of news cannot move it. The line under it is the last 107 days, one point a day.

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Lalande Prize1860

About this person

Country
Germany
Category
Scientists
Type
Scientist
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1832 to 1921 · aged 88