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individuals (4) specific individuals in space and astronomy...

milestones (1) events that started it all...

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Bruce Medalists Description: Brief biographies, photos, and extensive bibliographies of prize-winning astronomers of the 19th and 20th centuries. Includes links to their publications. Record Last Updated: 24-Sep-2002 | Clicks: 1692

Great Astronomers in History Description: Yahoo! directory listing of various astronomers throughout history. Record Last Updated: 29-Jan-2001 | Clicks: 2301

Hall of Astronomers Description: An astronomer is someone who studies astronomy. This is a listing of important astronomers, astrophysicists, mathematicians, and other scientists who have contributed greatly to our knowledge of the universe. This is an astronomyLINKS recommended site. Record Last Updated: 29-Jan-2001 | Clicks: 2514

History of High-Energy Astrophysics Description: Lists many important dates in the history of high-energy astrophysics and astronomy, with particular emphasis on those related to space-based observatories with X-ray and gamma-ray instruments on board designed to observe cosmic (i.e., non-solar) sources. Record Last Updated: 01-Jun-2000 | Clicks: 2717

Mythical Ireland: Stone Age Astronomy in Ireland Description: Description of ancient astronomy in Ireland including the Henge solstice alignment, ancient stellar symbols, and lunar calculations. Please visit this astronomyLINKS affiliate. Record Last Updated: 26-Jun-2000 | Clicks: 2004

NASA History Office Description: The NASA History Program was first established in 1959 (a year after NASA itself was formed) and has continued to document and preserve the agency’s remarkable history through a variety of products. This is an astronomyLINKS recommended site. Record Last Updated: 31-Jul-2000 | Clicks: 2157

University of Michigan Detroit Observatory Description: Tour an 1854 Observatory that determined time for the railroads, see antique telescopes, learn about 19th century science and people--quizzes and teacher page too! Please visit this astronomyLINKS affiliate. Record Last Updated: 28-Sep-2001 | Clicks: 1906

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