Johann Adam Schall von Bell: Biography, Facts and Career
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Johann Adam Schall von Bell (1 May 1591 – 15 August 1666) was a German Jesuit, astronomer and instrument-maker. He spent most of his life as a missionary in China (where he is remembered as "Tang Ruowang") and became an adviser to the Shunzhi Emperor of the Qing dynasty.
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- Full name: Johann Adam Schall von Bell
- Born: 1592-05-01
- Nationality: Germany
- Known as: Author
- Wikidata ID: Q76732
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Who is Johann Adam Schall von Bell?
Johann Adam Schall von Bell (1 May 1591 – 15 August 1666) was a German Jesuit, astronomer and instrument-maker.
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Johann Adam Schall von Bell was born on 1592-05-01.
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