Jules Tannery

Jules Tannery

Born: 24 March 1848 in Mantes-sur-Seine, France
Died: 11 Dec 1910 in Paris, France

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Jules Tannery's main contributions were to the history and philosophy of mathematics. A brother of Paul Tannery, he wrote some excellent books with a large impact on younger mathematicians.

Jules worked on Galois' notes and letters. On June 13, 1909, a plaque was placed on Galois's birthplace at Bourg-la-Reine, and Jules made an eloquent speech of dedication. It was published in the Bulletin des Sciences Mathématiques (1909).

References:

  1. Dictionary of Scientific Biography
  2. E Picard, Un géomètre philosophe : Jules Tannery, La revue des deux mondes 31 (1926), 858-884. 
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