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William Pearson

English schoolmaster and astronomer (1767-1847) · United Kingdom · On the map · Scientists · Died at 80

William Pearson was an English schoolmaster, astronomer, and a founder of the Astronomical Society of London. He authored Practical Astronomy.

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Awards

Fellow of the Royal Society
Gold Medal of the Royal Astronomical Society

About this person

Country
United Kingdom
Category
Scientists
Type
Scientist
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1767 to 1847 · aged 80