Nevil Maskelyne
fifth Astronomer Royal (*1765 – †1811)
1732 — 1811
Quick Facts
Profession
fifth Astronomer Royal (*1765 – †1811)
Born
October 6, 1732
Died
1811 (age ~79)
Name Origin
English
Timeline
scientist, astronomer, mathematician
United Kingdom of Great Britain and IrelandBorn in LondonDied in Greenwich
1732
Born in London (1732-10-06)
1741
EducationStudied at Westminster School (1741–1748)
1749
EducationStudied at St Catharine's College (1749–1750)
1750
EducationStudied at Pembroke College (1750–1752)
1752
EducationStudied at Trinity College (1752–1754)
1758
AwardFrequently Asked Questions
Who is Nevil Maskelyne?+
Nevil Maskelyne is fifth Astronomer Royal (*1765 – †1811). Born in 1732.
When was Nevil Maskelyne born?+
Nevil Maskelyne was born on October 6, 1732.
When did Nevil Maskelyne die?+
Nevil Maskelyne died in 1811, at approximately 79 years of age.
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Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Libra
Diplomatic, gracious, fair-minded
Air · Venus · Sep 23 – Oct 22
Chinese Zodiac
Rat
Quick-witted, resourceful, versatile
Water · Yang
Mayan Tzolkin
9 Cib
Owl — wisdom, ancestors, forgiveness
Celtic Tree
Ivy
Loyal, compassionate, giving
Ogham: Gort · Sep 30 – Oct 27
Birthstone: Opal — Hope, creativity
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Respect.
— .
Stopped here. Glad I did.
— a passerby
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