Alvan Clark
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Alvan Clark (March 8, 1804 – August 19, 1887), born in Ashfield, Massachusetts, was an American astronomer and telescope maker.
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Alvan Clark | |
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Born | (1804-03-08)March 8, 1804 |
Died | August 19, 1887(1887-08-19) (aged 83) |
Nationality | American |
Awards | Lalande Prize (1862) Rumford Prize (1866) |
Scientific career | |
Fields | Astronomy |
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