Henry Norris Russell
Pioneering American astronomer known for the H-R diagram and LS coupling.
Chronology: 1877-10-25 – 1957-02-18
Origins & Early Journey
Innovation & Iconic Era
Legacy & Impact
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- 1877 Historical Timeline & Archive — Explore world events and figures from 1877
- October 25 (10-25) On This Day — Historical birthdays and events on October 25
- 1957 Historical Timeline & Archive — Explore world events and figures from 1957
- February 18 (02-18) On This Day — Historical events and memorials on February 18
Source: Wikipedia