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James Whitney Young

b. 1941

American astronomer

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About James Whitney Young

Born 1941. James Whitney Young is an American astronomer.

+ Minor planets discovered: 257

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Important facts

Born

24 January 1941, Portland

Birth century

20th century

Occupation

Astronomer

Nationality

United States

Education

Roosevelt High School

Contemporaries

People whose lives overlapped James Whitney Young's

Louis Leprince-Ringuet

Frequently asked questions

Who is James Whitney Young?

American astronomer

When was James Whitney Young born?

James Whitney Young was born on 24 January 1941 in Portland.

What is James Whitney Young's occupation?

James Whitney Young is an astronomer.

What nationality is James Whitney Young?

James Whitney Young is American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: James Whitney Young

· Wikidata: Q3806762

· DBpedia: James Whitney Young

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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). James Whitney Young. https://biography.guide/james-whitney-young/

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