David Rittenhouse
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David Rittenhouse (April 8, 1732 – June 26, 1796) was an American astronomer, inventor, clockmaker, mathematician, surveyor, scientific instrument craftsman, and public official. Rittenhouse was a member of the American Philosophical Society and the first director of the United States Mint.
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Born | (1732-04-08)April 8, 1732 |
Died | June 26, 1796(1796-06-26) (aged 64) Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, U.S. |
Occupation(s) | Astronomer Inventor Mathematician |
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