Abstract
The theory of star cluster dynamics was a major topic in Hénon's early research career. Here we summarise his contributions under three headings: (i) the Monte Carlo method, (ii) homological evolution of star clusters, and (iii) escape from star clusters. In each case we also trace some aspects of how Hénon's contributions have been developed or applied in subsequent decades up to the present. We also propose that Hénon's work be commemorated by adopting the names "Hénon units" and "Hénon's Principle".
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