About Alexandre Schaumasse
Lived 1882 – 1958 (aged 76). Alexandre Schaumasse was a French astronomer.
Alexandre Schaumasse (1882–1958) was a French astronomer and discoverer of comets and minor planets. In 1943, he was awarded the Lalande Prize.
The building that houses Chercheur de comètes, built in 1931, now bears his name (Schaumasse dome). The inner main-belt asteroid 1797 Schaumasse was named in his honor .
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Who was Alexandre Schaumasse?
French astronomer (1882–1958)
When was Alexandre Schaumasse born?
Alexandre Schaumasse was born on 3 May 1882 in Saint-Quay-Portrieux.
When did Alexandre Schaumasse die?
Alexandre Schaumasse died on 25 July 1958 in Vichy.
What was Alexandre Schaumasse's occupation?
Alexandre Schaumasse was an astronomer.
What nationality was Alexandre Schaumasse?
Alexandre Schaumasse was French.
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