William Harkness
(1837-1903)
American Civil War surgeon and astronomer
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William Harkness (December 17, 1837 – February 28, 1903) was an astronomer. He was born at Ecclefechan, Scotland, a son of James (1803–78) and Jane (née Wield) Harkness. His father was a pastor and moved the family to the United States. Harkness served in the military, traveled extensively, and headed research missions developing techniques and equipment for astronomical study.
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17 December 1837 Ecclefechan, Scotland
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28 February 1903 (aged 65)
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| Zodiac | Sagittarius |
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