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William Wilson Morgan
American astronomer (1906-1994) · United States · On the map · Scientists · Died at 88
William Wilson Morgan was an American astronomer and astrophysicist. The principal theme in Morgan's work was stellar and galaxy classification. He is also known for helping prove the existence of spiral arms in our galaxy.
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1994Died21 June 19941983Herschel MedalAward1980Henry Draper MedalAward1961Henry Norris Russell LectureshipAward1958Bruce MedalAward1906Born3 January 1906
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In addition to his scientific achievements he served as professor and astronomy director for the University of Chicago's Yerkes Observatory in Wisconsin and was the managing editor for George Hale's Astrophysical Journal.
Country
United States
Category
Scientists
Type
Scientist
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1906 to 1994 · aged 88
