Richmond, North Yorkshire

Mathematical Gazetteer of the British Isles


William Herschel lived in Richmond for some time while head of the Durham Militia Band in 1760-1761 [1].

Charles Dodgson (Lewis Carroll) attended the Grammar School here in 1844-1846. [2]

Alan Turing lived at 78 High St, Hampton from 1945 to 1947.
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References (show)

  1. Brown, Frank. William Herschel. Musician & Composer. William Herschel Society, Bath, 1990.
  2. Myers, Alan. Myers' Literary Guide The North East. Mid Northumberland Arts Group, Ashington, Northumberland and Carcanet Press, Manchester, 1995. p.16

The Mathematical Gazetteer of the British Isles was created by David Singmaster.
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