James Bradley

English priest and astronomer with stellar parallax discovery

James Bradley - English priest and astronomer with stellar parallax discovery
Born

1693
332 years ago

Died

July 13th, 1762
262 years ago — 69 years old

Category

Scientists & Innovators

Country

England

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An English priest and astronomer contributed significantly to the field of astronomy during the 18th century. Focused on the study of celestial objects, conducted research on the phenomenon of stellar parallax, providing evidence for the Earth's motion around the Sun. Served as the Savilian Professor of Astronomy at the University of Oxford. Published works included detailed observations of star positions and planetary movements, which enhanced the understanding of the night sky. His investigations into the aberration of light demonstrated a critical advance in astronomical techniques.

Discovered stellar parallax

Investigated the aberration of light

Served as Savilian Professor of Astronomy

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