Theodor Wittram

astronomer (1854-1914 )
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Theodor Wittram

Summary

Theodor Wittram is a human[1]. His place of birth was Riga[2]. He was born on September 17, 1854[3]. He passed away in Saint Petersburg[4]. He died on January 1, 1914[5]. He worked as an astronomer[6].

Key Facts

  • Theodor Wittram's place of birth was Riga[2].
  • Theodor Wittram died in Saint Petersburg[4].
  • Theodor Wittram was born on September 17, 1854[3].
  • Theodor Wittram died on January 1, 1914[5].
  • Theodor Wittram is buried at Pulkovo Observatory cemetery[7].
  • Theodor Wittram's father was Johann Friedrich Wittram[8].
  • Theodor Wittram's mother was Caroline Dorothea Katherina Wittram[9].
  • Theodor Wittram held citizenship in Russian Empire[10].
  • German was Theodor Wittram's native language[11].
  • Theodor Wittram's professions included astronomer[6].
  • Theodor Wittram's field of work was astronomy[12].
  • Among Theodor Wittram's employers was Pulkovo Observatory[13].
  • Theodor Wittram's education included a stint at Imperial University of Dorpat[14].
  • A notable student of Theodor Wittram was Evgeny Byalokoz[15].
  • Theodor Wittram received the Constantin Medal[16].
  • Theodor Wittram received the Order of Saint Anna, 2nd class[17].
  • Theodor Wittram received the Order of Saint Anna, 3rd class[18].
  • Theodor Wittram received the Order of Saint Stanislaus, 1st class[19].
  • Theodor Wittram received the Order of Saint Stanislaus, 3rd class[20].
  • Theodor Wittram received the Order of St. Vladimir, 4th class[21].
  • Theodor Wittram is recorded as male[22].
  • Theodor Wittram's instance of is recorded as human[23].
  • Theodor Wittram's Commons category is recorded as Theodor Wittram[24].
  • Theodor Wittram's given name is recorded as Fyodor[25].
  • Theodor Wittram's given name is recorded as Gottlieb[26].

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Origins and Family

Theodor Wittram was born in Riga[2]. He was born on September 17, 1854[3]. His father was Johann Friedrich Wittram[8]. His mother was Caroline Dorothea Katherina Wittram[9]. German was his native language[11].

Education

Theodor Wittram's education included a stint at Imperial University of Dorpat[14].

Career and Affiliations

Theodor Wittram's professions included astronomer[6]. His field of work was astronomy[12]. Among his employers was Pulkovo Observatory[13]. A notable student of him was Evgeny Byalokoz[15].

Recognition

Awards received include Constantin Medal[16], a medallion[27], in Russian Empire[28], founded in 1846[29]; Order of Saint Anna, 2nd class[17], a grade of an order[30], in Russian Empire[31]; Order of Saint Anna, 3rd class[18], a grade of an order[32], in Russian Empire[33]; Order of Saint Stanislaus, 1st class[19], a grade of an order[34], in Russian Empire[35]; Order of Saint Stanislaus, 3rd class[20], a grade of an order[36], in Russian Empire[37]; and Order of St. Vladimir, 4th class[21], a grade of an order[38], in Russian Empire[39].

Death and Burial

Theodor Wittram died on January 1, 1914[5]. He died in Saint Petersburg[4]. Burial took place at Pulkovo Observatory cemetery[7].

FAQs

Where was Theodor Wittram born?

Theodor Wittram's place of birth was Riga[2].

Where did Theodor Wittram die?

Theodor Wittram died in Saint Petersburg[4].

Who were Theodor Wittram's parents?

Theodor Wittram's father was Johann Friedrich Wittram[8]. Theodor Wittram's mother was Caroline Dorothea Katherina Wittram[9].

What did Theodor Wittram do for work?

Theodor Wittram worked as astronomer[6].

Where did Theodor Wittram go to school?

Theodor Wittram was educated at Imperial University of Dorpat[14].

What awards did Theodor Wittram receive?

Honors received include Constantin Medal[16], Order of Saint Anna, 2nd class[17], Order of Saint Anna, 3rd class[18], and Order of Saint Stanislaus, 1st class[19].

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  1. [2] . Great Soviet Encyclopedia (1969–1978). Retrieved . wikidata.org.
  2. [4] . Great Soviet Encyclopedia (1969–1978). Retrieved . wikidata.org.
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  22. [5] . Baltisches biografisches Lexikon digital. Retrieved . wikidata.org.
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  25. [15] . wikidata.org.

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  1. [27] . Wikidata. wikidata.org. → on this site
  2. [28] . Wikidata. wikidata.org. → on this site
  3. [29] . Wikidata. wikidata.org. → on this site
  4. [30] . Wikidata. wikidata.org. → on this site
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  6. [32] . Wikidata. wikidata.org. → on this site
  7. [33] . Wikidata. wikidata.org. → on this site
  8. [34] . Wikidata. wikidata.org. → on this site
  9. [35] . Wikidata. wikidata.org. → on this site
  10. [36] . Wikidata. wikidata.org. → on this site
  11. [37] . Wikidata. wikidata.org. → on this site
  12. [38] . Wikidata. wikidata.org. → on this site
  13. [39] . Wikidata. wikidata.org. → on this site

Class ancestry

  1. [1] . Wikidata. wikidata.org.

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