John Wainwright Evans (May 14, 1909 – October 31, 1999) was an American solar astronomer born in New York City. He spent much of his career studying the sun and working with optics both of which earned him awards. The Evans Solar Facility at Sacramento Peak was named after him. Evans died in a murder–suicide with his wife in 1999.
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John Wainwright Evans 14 May 1909 New York City, New York USA
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Died |
31 October 1999 (aged 90) Santa Fe, New Mexico USA
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Zodiac | Taurus |
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