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Q14277
William Herschel
German-born British astronomer and composer (1738–1822)
Born: November 15, 1738
(1738)
· Hanover
Died: August 15, 1822
(1822)
· Slough
Age at death: 83 years
| Nationality | United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland, Kingdom of Hanover, Kingdom of Great Britain |
|---|---|
| Occupation | composer, musician, astronomer, physicist, oboist |
| Field of work | astronomy, optics |
| Education | University of Oxford |
| Employer | Hanoverian Foot Guards, Militia and Volunteers of County Durham, Charles Avison, Leeds, Octagon Chapel, Bath, Bath Philharmonia, Observatory House |
| Position held | President of the Royal Astronomical Society |
| Gender | male |
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