William Wilson Morgan: Quick Facts
Facts
| Born | January 3, 1906 • Tennessee |
|---|---|
| Died | June 21, 1994 (aged 88) • Wisconsin |
| Inventions | MK system |
| Subjects Of Study | Milky Way Galaxy • spiral arm |
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