William Herschel
(1738-1822)

German-born British astronomer and composer (1738–1822) – William Herschel was born in Hanover (Capital city of the German federated state of Lower Saxony) on November 15th, 1738 and died in Slough (Town in Berkshire, England, UK) on August 15th, 1822 at the age of 83. Today William Herschel would be 285 years old.

Age

how old was William Herschel when he died?

William Herschel died in 1822 at the age of 83.

Biographical data

Birthday	November 15th, 1738 (Saturday)
Place of Birth	Hanover Capital city of the German federated state of Lower Saxony
Death Date	August 15th, 1822 (Thursday)
Death place	Slough Town in Berkshire, England, UK
Birth sign (Zodiac)	Scorpio (The Scorpion) ♏
Chinese Zodiac	Horse 馬

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William Herschel

Birthday

When was William Herschel born?

William Herschel was born on November 15th, 1738.

Death

When did William Herschel die?

William Herschel died on August 15th, 1822 at the age of 83 in Slough (Town in Berkshire, England, UK). Today William Herschel would be 285 years old.