About Alexander F. I. Forbes
Lived 1871 – 1959 (aged 88). Alexander F. I. Forbes was a South African astronomer and architect.
Alexander Forbes Irvine Forbes (13 April 1871 – 15 May 1959) was a South African astronomer, architect and artist, best known for his discovery of periodic comets.
Early life and career Forbes was born in Kinellar, Aberdeenshire, Scotland on 13 April 1871. His father was an amateur astronomer who lived on the estate "Blairythan" in County Aberdeen
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Who was Alexander F. I. Forbes?
South African astronomer (1871-1959)
When was Alexander F. I. Forbes born?
Alexander F. I. Forbes was born on 13 April 1871 in Aberdeenshire.
When did Alexander F. I. Forbes die?
Alexander F. I. Forbes died on 15 May 1959 in Cape Town.
What was Alexander F. I. Forbes's occupation?
Alexander F. I. Forbes was an astronomer and architect.
What nationality was Alexander F. I. Forbes?
Alexander F. I. Forbes was South African.
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