Jonathan Sisson
Jonathan Sisson (1690 – 1747) was a prominent English instrument maker, the inventor of the modern theodolite with a sighting telescope for surveying, and a leading maker of astronomical instruments.
Jonathan Sisson | |
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| Born | 1690 Lincolnshire, England |
| Died | 1747 (aged 56–57) London, England |
| Nationality | English |
| Occupation | Instrument maker |
| Known for | Invention of the modern theodolite |
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