Clyde Tombaugh: Quick Facts
Facts
| Also Known As | Clyde W. Tombaugh • Clyde William Tombaugh |
|---|---|
| Born | February 4, 1906 • Streator • Illinois |
| Died | January 17, 1997 (aged 90) • Las Cruces • New Mexico |
| Subjects Of Study | Pluto |
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