John Pond
John Pond FRS (1767 – 7 September 1836) was a renowned English astronomer who became the sixth Astronomer Royal, serving from 1811 to 1835.
John Pond | |
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| Born | 1767 London, England |
| Died | 7 September 1836 (aged 69) |
| Resting place | St Margaret's, Lee, South London |
| Nationality | British |
| Alma mater | Trinity College, Cambridge |
| Known for | Astronomer Royal |
| Awards | Lalande Prize (1817) Copley Medal (1823) |
| Scientific career | |
| Fields | Astronomy |
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