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Gerard Kuiper

Gerard Kuiper was born on December 7, 1905 in Tuitjenhorn, Netherlands and died on December 24, 1973, aged 68.

Born

December 7, 1905

Gerard Kuiper died aged 68.

Died: December 24, 1973

Birthplace
Tuitjenhorn, Netherlands
Professions
university teacher, astronomer, planetary scientist, cartographer
Citizenship
Kingdom of the Netherlands, United States

More about Gerard Kuiper

Zodiac sign
Sagittarius
Birth name
Gerrit Pieter Kuiper

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Questions people ask

How old was Gerard Kuiper when they died?

Gerard Kuiper died aged 68.

When is Gerard Kuiper’s birthday?

Gerard Kuiper’s recorded birthday is December 7.

Where was Gerard Kuiper born?

Gerard Kuiper was born in Tuitjenhorn, Netherlands.

What was Gerard Kuiper’s name at birth?

Gerard Kuiper’s recorded birth name is Gerrit Pieter Kuiper.

When did Gerard Kuiper die?

Gerard Kuiper died on December 24, 1973.