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Edgar Frisby, US astronomer
Edgar Frisby (1837-1927), US astronomer. Frisby was born in England, but graduated from the University of Toronto in 1863. He taught in both Canada and the USA, and from 1868 worked as assistant astronomer at the US Naval Observatory in Washington DC. By 1878, he had attained a full US Navy professorship of mathematics. He observed the total solar eclipse of 11 January 1880 in California, and calculated the orbit of the Great Comet of 1882. Frisby retired in 1899. This photograph, from the period 1905 to 1945, is from the Harris and Ewing Collection, which mostly consists of photographs taken in Washington DC, USA
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This print captures the esteemed figure of Edgar Frisby, a renowned American astronomer whose contributions to the field have left an indelible mark on scientific history. Born in England but educated at the prestigious University of Toronto, Frisby's intellectual prowess and dedication propelled him to great heights. Throughout his illustrious career, Frisby taught in both Canada and the United States, ultimately finding himself as assistant astronomer at the US Naval Observatory in Washington DC. His unwavering commitment led him to attain a full professorship of mathematics within the US Navy by 1878. Frisby's expertise extended beyond academia; he was an avid observer of celestial phenomena. Notably, he meticulously studied and calculated the orbit of the Great Comet of 1882 and witnessed firsthand the awe-inspiring total solar eclipse that graced California on January 11th, 1880. Retiring from his impactful career in 1899, this photograph captured between 1905 and 1945 showcases Frisby's dignified presence as a distinguished scholar. The monochromatic image exudes a sense of timeless wisdom as he gazes confidently into the camera lens. Preserved within the Harris and Ewing Collection at Library of Congress, this portrait immortalizes Edgar Frisby's significant contributions to astronomy while serving as a testament to his enduring legacy as an accomplished scientist and mathematician.
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