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Lawrence Rooke

British astronomer and mathematician

Lawrence Rooke has incompatible recorded birth dates. The main Wikidata statement lists March 23, 1622 in Deptford, United Kingdom.

Born

March 23, 1622

An exact age is omitted because the recorded dates are incompatible or not precise enough.

Died: July 7, 1662

Source:

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Original calendar: Julian. Displayed date is Gregorian.

Birthplace
Deptford, United Kingdom
Professions
mathematician, astronomer
Citizenship
Kingdom of England

Incompatible birth dates

Sources disagree: March 23, 1622 (IdRef; Biographical Encyclopedia of Astronomers) or March 23, 1620 (No external source identified).

The main date retains its own sources. These alternatives overlap neither all other statements nor the main date. Rank is Wikidata editorial priority, not proof.

March 23, 1620

Precision: day · Rank: normal

Original calendar: Julian. Displayed date is Gregorian.

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    Questions people ask

    Where was Lawrence Rooke born?

    Lawrence Rooke was born in Deptford, United Kingdom.

    When did Lawrence Rooke die?

    Lawrence Rooke died on July 7, 1662.