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Charles Babbage

Charles Babbage (/ˈbæbɪdʒ/; 26 December 1791 – 18 October 1871) was an English polymath. A mathematician, philosopher, inventor and mechanical engineer, Babbage originated the concept of a digital programmable computer.

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Known for
Analytical engine Difference engine
Alma mater
Peterhouse, Cambridge
Born
(1791-12-26)26 December 1791 London, England
Children
8, including Benjamin Herschel Babbage and Henry Prevost Babbage
Died
18 October 1871(1871-10-18) (aged 79) Marylebone, London, England
Fields
Mathematics, engineering, political economy, computer science

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Charles BabbageAlma materPeterhouse, Cambridge1.00infobox
Charles BabbageBorn(1791-12-26)26 December 1791 London, England1.00infobox
Charles BabbageChildren8, including Benjamin Herschel Babbage and Henry Prevost Babbage1.00infobox
Charles BabbageDied18 October 1871(1871-10-18) (aged 79) Marylebone, London, England1.00infobox
Charles BabbageFieldsMathematics, engineering, political economy, computer science1.00infobox
Charles BabbageKnown forAnalytical engine Difference engine1.00infobox
Charles BabbageRelativesWilliam Wolryche-Whitmore (brother-in-law)1.00infobox
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Charles BabbageWorkplacesTrinity College, Cambridge, Peterhouse, Cambridge1.00infobox
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