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David Gill

David Gill (1843–1914) was an astronomer, university teacher and photographer.

Also recorded as Sir David Gill.

Overview

Born at Aberdeen in 1843, died at London in 1914.

In detail

David Gill studied at University of Aberdeen, Dollar Academy and Marischal College. the recorded working language is English.

Positions recorded include President of the Royal Astronomical Society. Membership is recorded of Royal Society, Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences and Saint Petersburg Academy of Sciences.

Distinctions recorded are Fellow of the Royal Society, Pour le Mérite for Sciences and Arts order, Royal Medal and Gold Medal of the Royal Astronomical Society.

Sources

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  • reference work · Reputable secondary · Wikipedia

    “David Gill (astronomer)”, English Wikipedia, consulted as further reading

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  • reference work · Reputable secondary · Wikidata

    Wikidata, structured authority record Q319969: David Gill

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