About Charles Pollard Olivier
Lived 1884 – 1975 (aged 91). Charles Pollard Olivier was an American astronomer, known for American Meteor Society.
Charles Pollard Olivier (April 10, 1884 – August 14, 1975) was an American astronomer, notable for his contributions to the study of meteors, double stars and variable stars.
The AMS gives a Dr. Charles P. Olivier Award each year to an amateur astronomer in the field of meteor science.
The crater Olivier on the Moon is named after him.
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Who was Charles Pollard Olivier?
American astronomer
When was Charles Pollard Olivier born?
Charles Pollard Olivier was born on 10 April 1884 in Charlottesville.
When did Charles Pollard Olivier die?
Charles Pollard Olivier died on 14 August 1975 in Bryn Mawr.
What was Charles Pollard Olivier's occupation?
Charles Pollard Olivier was an astronomer.
What was Charles Pollard Olivier known for?
Charles Pollard Olivier was known for American Meteor Society.
What nationality was Charles Pollard Olivier?
Charles Pollard Olivier was American.
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