David Rittenhouse (April 8, 1732 – June 26, 1796) was an American astronomer, inventor, clockmaker, mathematician, surveyor, scientific instrument craftsman, and public official. Rittenhouse was a member of the American Philosophical Society and the first director of the United States Mint.
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8 April 1732 Paper Mill Run, Pennsylvania, British America
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Died |
26 June 1796 (aged 64) Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, U.S.
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Zodiac | Aries |
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