Lewis A. Swift
American astronomer (1820–1913) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Lewis A. Swift (February 29, 1820 – January 5, 1913[1]) was an American astronomer who discovered 13 comets and 1,248 previously uncatalogued nebulae. Only William Herschel discovered more nebulae visually.[2]
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Born | February 29, 1820 |
Died | January 5, 1913 (aged 92) |
Occupation | Astronomer |
Relatives | Edward D. Swift (son) |
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