Danish–Norwegian mathematician and cartographer (1745–1818)
1745 — 1818
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Profession
Danish–Norwegian mathematician and cartographer (1745–1818)
Born
June 8, 1745
Died
1818 (age ~73)
Name Origin
English
Timeline
mathematician, cartographer, geodesist
1745
Born in Vestby Municipality (1745-06-08)
1757
EducationStudied at Oslo Cathedral School (1757–1763)
1763
EducationStudied at University of Copenhagen (1763–1778)
1815
AwardKnight of the Order of the Dannebrog
1818
Died in Copenhagen
Frequently Asked Questions
Caspar Wessel is Danish–Norwegian mathematician and cartographer (1745–1818). Born in 1745.
Caspar Wessel was born on June 8, 1745.
Caspar Wessel died in 1818, at approximately 73 years of age.
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Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Gemini
Curious, adaptable, communicative
Air · Mercury · May 21 – Jun 20
Chinese Zodiac
Ox
Diligent, dependable, strong
Wood · Yin
Mayan Tzolkin
9 Kan
Seed — abundance, growth, fertility
Celtic Tree
Hawthorn
Curious, adaptable, natural performer
Ogham: Huath · May 13 – Jun 9
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