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Samuel Earnshaw

British mathematician (1805–1888)

Samuel Earnshaw was born on February 1, 1805 in Sheffield, United Kingdom and died on December 6, 1888, aged 83.

Born

February 1, 1805

Samuel Earnshaw died aged 83.

Died: December 6, 1888

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Birthplace
Sheffield, United Kingdom
Professions
mathematician, university teacher, physicist
Citizenship
United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland

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Zodiac sign
Aquarius

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Samuel Earnshaw died aged 83.

When is Samuel Earnshaw’s birthday?

Samuel Earnshaw’s recorded birthday is February 1.

Where was Samuel Earnshaw born?

Samuel Earnshaw was born in Sheffield, United Kingdom.

When did Samuel Earnshaw die?

Samuel Earnshaw died on December 6, 1888.