Birth Day | August 28, 1810 |
Birth Place | Kentucky |
Age | 52 YEARS OLD |
Died On | Oct 30, 1862 (age 52) |
Birth Sign | Virgo |
Ormsby M. Mitchel was a renowned astronomer based in Kentucky. With his significant contributions to the field of astronomy, his net worth is estimated to be between $100,000 and $1 million by the year 2024. Mitchel dedicated his life to studying the cosmos, making groundbreaking discoveries, and promoting scientific knowledge. His passion and expertise in the subject earned him a well-deserved reputation as an esteemed astronomer. Mitchel's work not only advanced our understanding of the universe but also inspired many aspiring astronomers to follow in his footsteps.
Astronomer and Union soldier who published the first magazine in the US dedicated to astronomy. He is also known for ordering the raid, during the Civil War, that became famous as the Great Locomotive Chase.
He was an assistant professor of mathematics before becoming a as brigadier general of volunteers for the Union Army during the Civil War.
He helped set up observatories for Harvard University and the US Navy.
He resided in South Carolina until his death from yellow fever.
He was a former classmate of Robert E. Lee.