People History Astronomy


Article by Kevin Krisciunas, with notes and bibliography, about the grandson of Tammerlane, his observatory, and the significance of his work.








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  • Charles Messier - Highly detailed biography including links to his full catalogue of people 110 objects.
  • Women in Astronomy, 1880-1920 - Biographical information of Cecilia Payne-Gaposchkin and other Harvard women. Includes photographs and links.


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