5682 Beresford
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5682 Beresford is a Mars-crossing asteroid discovered on October 9, 1990 by R. H. McNaught at Siding Spring.
Named in honor of Anthony Charles Beresford (b. 1942), prominent
Australian amateur astronomer. Amongst his wide ranging astronomical
interests he is an active artificial satellite observer, having been part
of Operation Moonwatch from 1960 to 1975. He plays an important role in
the dissemination of astronomical information and discoveries in South
Australia. Always knowledgeable about current events, Tony Beresford has
been of considerable help to the discoverer on many occasions. Name
suggested and citation endorsed by D. I. Steel.
Named in honor of Anthony Charles Beresford (b. 1942), prominent
Australian amateur astronomer. Amongst his wide ranging astronomical
interests he is an active artificial satellite observer, having been part
of Operation Moonwatch from 1960 to 1975. He plays an important role in
the dissemination of astronomical information and discoveries in South
Australia. Always knowledgeable about current events, Tony Beresford has
been of considerable help to the discoverer on many occasions. Name
suggested and citation endorsed by D. I. Steel.