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Banneker, Benjamin, 1731-1806

 Person

Dates

  • Existence: 17311109 - 18061019

Found in 1 Collection or Record:

Benjamin Banneker astronomical journal

 Collection
Identifier: MS 2700
Abstract

The astronomical journal of mathematician and astronomer Benjamin Banneker (1731-1806), one of the first African-Americans to be recognized for his scientific achievements. He was also a successful farmer, surveyor, and almanac author and was largely self-taught.

Dates: 1781, 1790-1802, 1806