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Desargues, Gérard

1. Dates

Born: Lyon, 21 Feb. 1591 (DBF says 2 March)

Died: Oct. 1661

Dateinfo: Dates Certain

Lifespan: 70

2.

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Father

Occupation: Government Official

His father was Investigating Commissioner of the Seneschal's court in Lyon (1574), the collector of the tithes on ecclesiastical revenues for the city of Lyon (1583), and for the diocese of Lyons (85-91).

He was royal notary (85-91) though his signature continues to appear on documents until 1605.

No information on financial status.

3. Nationality

Birth: French

Career: French

Death: French

4.

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Education

Schooling: No University

Probably studied at Lyon. I am not aware of a university in Lyons; this must refer to secondary education.

5. Religion

Affiliation: Catholic (assumed)

6.

Scientific Disciplines

Primary: Mth (Geometry)

Subordinate: Music

His geometrical works marked an essential stage in the rationalization of graphical techniques