James Chappell
Chappell (1891–1964) was an American astronomer and photographer. He worked at the Lick Observatory where he performed photography of the Moon. He is noted for the development of special photographic techniques for use in astronomy.
Also recorded as James Frederick Chappell
James Chappell
- Born
- James Chappell was born on 1 January 1891.
- Died
- James Chappell died on 1 January 1964.
- Nationality
- United States
- Occupation
- astronomer · photographer
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Chappell (1891–1964) was an American astronomer and photographer. He worked at the Lick Observatory where he performed photography of the Moon. He is noted for the development of special photographic techniques for use in astronomy.
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The crater Chappell on the Moon is named after him.
Employment is recorded with Lick Observatory.
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