David Gill
1843–1914 (age 71)
Astronomer
Biography
David Gill combined a patient devotion to observation with a keen intellect, advancing the science of astronomy through his steadfast work at St Machar's Cathedral and beyond. His measurements and leadership in geodetic science were valued by peers for their rigor and clarity.
He remained a steady presence in scientific circles, encouraging collaboration and the sharing of precise knowledge, and his efforts helped secure firmer foundations for the study of the heavens in his day.