James Short
James Short was born on June 21, 1710. See ranking, bio blurb, and everyone else born that day.
About James Short
James Short FRS (10 June O.S. (21 June N.S.) 1710 – 14 June 1768) was a Scottish mathematician and manufacturer of optical instruments, principally telescopes. During his 35-year career as a telescope-maker he produced approximately 1,360 scientific instruments.