Charles Todd (astronomer)
Sir Charles Todd KCMG, FRS (7 July 1826 – 29 January 1910) worked at the Royal Greenwich Observatory 1841-1847 and the Cambridge University observatory from 1847-1854. He then worked on telegraphy and undersea cables until engaged by the government of South Australia as the colony's superintendent of telegraphs and government astronomer.
Read more about Charles Todd (astronomer): Early Life and Career, Superintendent of Telegraphs, Later Career, Astronomical Work, Death and Legacy
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