George Biddell Airy

Sir George Biddell Airy (July 27, 1801–January 2, 1892) was British Astronomer Royal from 1835 to 1881.

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July 27 - 1801 - January 2 - 1892 - British - Astronomer Royal - 1835 - 1881

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He was born at Alnwick, one of a long line of Airys who traced their descent back to a family of the same name residing at Kentmere, in Westmorland, in the 14th century.

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Alnwick - Westmorland - 14th century

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The branch to which he belonged, having suffered in the English Civil War, moved to Lincolnshire and became farmers.

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English Civil War - Lincolnshire

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George Airy was educated first at elementary schools in Hereford, and afterwards at Colchester Royal Grammar School.

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Hereford - Colchester Royal Grammar School

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