Paul Henry

Astronomer

1848 – 1905

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Who was Paul Henry?

Paul-Pierre Henry (Paul Henry) (21 August 1848 – 4 January 1905)was a French optician and astronomer who, with his brother Prosper Henry, made refracting telescopes and instruments for observatories. They both were also involved in the Carte du Ciel project. The Minor Planet Center credits his discoveries under "P.P. Henry."

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Born
Aug 21, 1848
Also known as
  • Paul-Pierre Henry
  • P. P. Henry
Siblings
Nationality
  • France
Profession
Died
Jan 4, 1905

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on July 23, 2013

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