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Joseph Helffrich

1890 – 1971

German astronomer

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About Joseph Helffrich

Lived 1890 – 1971 (aged 80–81). Joseph Helffrich was a German astronomer.

+ Asteroids discovered: 13

Helffrich, Joseph: Untersuchungen im Sternhaufen h Persei nach Aufnahmen mit dem Waltz-Reflektor der Heidelberger Sternwarte. Braun, Mannheim 1913, 23 S. (Heidelberg, Naturwiss.-math. Diss. v. 17. Nov. 1913) Schmadel, Lutz D.: Dictionary of Minor Planet Names. 5th ed. Springer, Berlin 2003,

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Important facts

Born
12 January 1890, Mannheim
Birth century
19th century
Died
1971, Neckarau
Occupation
Astronomer
Nationality
Germany
Education
Heidelberg University
Employers
Heidelberg-Königstuhl State Observatory

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Joseph Helffrich?

German astronomer (1890–1971)

When was Joseph Helffrich born?

Joseph Helffrich was born on 12 January 1890 in Mannheim.

When did Joseph Helffrich die?

Joseph Helffrich died in 1971 in Neckarau.

What was Joseph Helffrich's occupation?

Joseph Helffrich was an astronomer.

What nationality was Joseph Helffrich?

Joseph Helffrich was German.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Joseph Helffrich

· Wikidata: Q77460

· DBpedia: Joseph Helffrich

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