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Son of astronomer [[William Herschel]].
Son of astronomer [[William Herschel]].


John Herschel orginated the use of the [[Julian date]] system in astronomy.
John Herschel originated the use of the [[Julian date]] system in astronomy and made several important contribution to the improvement of [[photographic processes]].


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John Frederick William Herschel (March 7, 1792 - May 11, 1871) English mathematician and astronomer.

Son of astronomer William Herschel.

John Herschel originated the use of the Julian date system in astronomy and made several important contribution to the improvement of photographic processes.