David A. Johnston Age, Birthday, Zodiac Sign and Birth Chart

David A. Johnston was an American volcanologist who worked with the United States Geological Survey (USGS). He was killed during the 1980 eruption of Mount St. Helens in Washington while monitoring the volcano. Johnston reported the eruption shortly before being caught in a lateral blast. Although his body was never found, his remains were discovered in 1993. He conducted research on various volcanoes across the United States and was respected for his analyses of volcanic gases. Following his death, a memorial fund was established in his name at the University of Washington.

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Meaning of the name - David

beloved, friend

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December 18, 1949 Facts

Generation Group

David A. Johnston belongs to the Baby Boomers group.

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Place of Birth: Chicago

Place of Death: Mount St. Helens

Cause of Death: 1980 eruption of Mount St. Helens

Educated At: University of Illinois at Urbana–Champaign | University of Washington

Occupation: volcanologist | geologist

Employers: United States Geological Survey

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Astrology Analysis

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