Astronomer
“With a lifelong interest in astronomy I delight in sharing my passion and encouraging people to observe and understand our universe. I have been fortunate in having the experience of working in some of the world’s largest observatories, and now focus on stimulating adults and children at the Guernsey Observatory, which I was responsible for creating.
I am also proud to have been involved in the design of the Guernsey Flag and the Guernsey Liberation Monument, and the honour of being elected both as a Fellow of the Royal Astronomical Society and a Jurat of the Royal Court of Guernsey.”
David’s career highlights:
The following information provides an overview as to some of David’s incredible achievements:
- Space tracking in Scotland, Wales and USA
- Executive Director, Smithsonian Institution Research Foundation, Washington DC.
- Department Head, US National Observatory.
- Design of the Guernsey Flag.
- Creation of the Guernsey Observatory.
- Fellow, Royal Astronomy Society.
- Design of the Guernsey Liberation Monument.
- President, La Société Guernesiaise.
- Jurat of the Guernsey Royal Court.
Specialises in:
- Astronomy
- Environment
- Heritage
- Guernsey History
- Tour guiding
Languages spoken:
- English
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