John Herschel

Who was John Herschel? Biography, breakthroughs, IQ analysis, and intellectual legacy — curated by Geniuses.club's editors.

• Born: 1792-03-07
• Died: 1871
• Birthplace: Slough, Buckinghamshire, England
• Awards: 1836) Royal Medal (1836, 1840) Knight of the Royal Guelphic Order

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