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Ellery, Robert Lewis (1827–1908)

astronomer and public servant

Robert Ellery, n.d.

Robert Ellery, n.d.

State Library of Victoria, H24338

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Robert Ellery, n.d.

Robert Ellery, n.d.

State Library of Victoria, H24338

Life Summary [details]

Birth

14 July, 1827
Cranleigh, Surrey, England

Death

14 January, 1908 (aged 80)
Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

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