Pierre Charles Le Monnier
French astronomer and author of works
Born
November 23rd, 1715
309 years ago
Died
1799
226 years ago — 84 years old
Category
Scientists & Innovators
Country
France
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Contributions to astronomy included work on the orbits of comets and observations of eclipses. Authored several significant texts on observational astronomy, which provided insight into celestial mechanics. Served as the director of the Paris Observatory and was involved in measuring the arc of the meridian for the meridian project in France. Participated in important scientific discussions and contributed to advancements in meteorology.
Authored influential astronomical texts
Served as director of the Paris Observatory
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