Patrick Moore

Patrick Moore (1923–2012) was a British television presenter, astronomer and autobiographer.

Also recorded as Sir Patrick Alfred Caldwell-Moore; Patrick Alfred Caldwell-Moore; P. Moore; R. T. Fishall.

Overview

Also worked under the name R. T. Fishall.

Born at Pinner in 1923, died at Selsey in 2012.

In detail

the recorded working language is English.

The field of work recorded is astronomy. Subjects and genres recorded for the work are science fiction and non-fiction.

Residence is recorded at Selsey. Employment is recorded with Royal Air Force. Membership is recorded of Royal Society and Royal Astronomical Society.

Works named in the authority record are The Sky at Night.

Distinctions recorded are Jackson-Gwilt Medal, Officer of the Order of the British Empire, Honorary Fellow of the Royal Society and Knight Bachelor.

Sources

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  • reference work · Reputable secondary · Wikipedia

    “Patrick Moore”, English Wikipedia, consulted as further reading

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  • reference work · Reputable secondary · Wikidata

    Wikidata, structured authority record Q268024: Patrick Moore

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