Jeremiah Dixon

Surveyor and astronomer, Dixon's Line

Jeremiah Dixon - Surveyor and astronomer, Dixon's Line
Born

July 27th, 1733
291 years ago

Died

January 22nd, 1779
246 years ago — 45 years old

Category

Scientists & Innovators

Country

United Kingdom

Links & References

A prominent English surveyor and astronomer contributed significantly to the mapping of the American colonies. Alongside Charles Mason, conducted the Mason-Dixon survey between 1763 and 1767, establishing a boundary between Pennsylvania and Maryland. This work helped settle disputes over territory while providing a foundation for the border between the North and South in the United States. The survey derived its fame from later associations with the sectional conflict in American history. Dixon also developed astronomical tables and contributed to various surveying methods. His work in astronomy included observations of celestial events, enhancing navigation and cartography.

Conducted the Mason-Dixon survey

Established territorial boundaries between Pennsylvania and Maryland

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