Johann Gottfried Galle

German astronomer who discovered Neptune

Johann Gottfried Galle - German astronomer who discovered Neptune
Born

June 9th, 1812
212 years ago

Died

1910
115 years ago — 98 years old

Category

Scientists & Innovators

Country

Germany

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An astronomer and professor, contributed to the field of astronomy through significant observations. Galle calculated the position of Neptune based on the predictions made by Urbain Le Verrier. This led to Neptune's discovery on September 23, 1846, at the Berlin Observatory. Galle published several works on planetary science and celestial mechanics, influencing the understanding of celestial bodies.

Discovered Neptune in 1846

Worked at the Berlin Observatory

Published research on planetary motion

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