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John Herschel

Son of Sir John Herschel, mentioned in passing.

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Also known as Sir John ) Herschel, John Herschel

First appearance: xxxvi agreeable recollections

John Herschel first appears in 0101 xxxvi agreeable recollections.

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CBCharles BabbagePLPierre-Simon L…DODuke of Wellin…SHSir Henry De l…FAFrançois AragoJHJohn Herschel

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