About Gaston Millochau
Lived 1866 – 1922 (aged 56). Gaston Millochau was a French astronomer.
Gaston Millochau (12 October 1866 – 18 November 1922) was a French astronomer from Toulouse.
From 1899 until 1903 he observed Mars at the Meudon Observatory and reported some details visible on its surface. In contrast to other observers at that time he did not see any canal-like features.
A crater on Mars was named in his honor. Awarded the Janssen Medal from the French Academy of Sciences in 1905.
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Who was Gaston Millochau?
French astronomer
When was Gaston Millochau born?
Gaston Millochau was born on 12 October 1866 in Le Mans.
When did Gaston Millochau die?
Gaston Millochau died on 18 November 1922 in 14th arrondissement of Paris.
What was Gaston Millochau's occupation?
Gaston Millochau was an astronomer.
What nationality was Gaston Millochau?
Gaston Millochau was French.
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