Johann Alexander Herschel

German musician and astronomer
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Summary

Johann Alexander Herschel was born on August 13, 1745[1], in Hanover[2]. He died on March 15, 1821[3], in Hanover[4]. He worked as a musician[5] and astronomer[6].

Key Facts

  • Father: Isaac Herschel[7]
  • Mother: Anna Ilse Moritzen[8]
  • Sex or gender: male[9]
  • Sibling: William Herschel[10], Caroline Herschel[11], Jacob Herschel[12], Johann Dietrich Herschel[13], Sophia Elizabeth Griesbach[14]

FAQs

Where was Johann Alexander Herschel born?

Johann Alexander Herschel's place of birth was Hanover[2].

Where did Johann Alexander Herschel die?

Johann Alexander Herschel died in Hanover[4].

Who were Johann Alexander Herschel's parents?

Johann Alexander Herschel's father was Isaac Herschel[7]. Johann Alexander Herschel's mother was Anna Ilse Moritzen[8].

What did Johann Alexander Herschel do for work?

Johann Alexander Herschel worked as a musician[5] and astronomer[6].

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  1. [2] ↑ . Integrated Authority File. Retrieved . wikidata.org.
  2. [4] ↑ . Integrated Authority File. Retrieved . wikidata.org.
  3. [9] ↑ . Integrated Authority File. Retrieved . wikidata.org.
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  10. [10] ↑ . Retrieved . wikidata.org.
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  13. [13] ↑ . Retrieved . wikidata.org.
  14. [14] ↑ . Retrieved . wikidata.org.

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    Place of birth → Hanover
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    Occupation → musician, astronomer
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