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Halleys Comet, 8 May 1910. Creator: George Willis Ritchey
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Halleys Comet, 8 May 1910. Creator: George Willis Ritchey
Halleys Comet, 8 May 1910. The head of Halleys Comet as photographed by Dr George Willis Ritchey using the 60-inch (1.5-meter) telescope at Mount Wilson Observatory, California, USA. Halleys Comet is visible from Earth every 75-76 years. It is the only known short-period comet that is regularly visible to the naked eye, and the only naked-eye comet that might appear twice in a human lifetime. Halley last appeared in the inner parts of the Solar System in 1986 and will next appear in mid-2061. Its periodicity was first recognised by English astronomer Edmond Halley (1656-1742)
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Halleys Comet, 8 May 1910 - A Celestial Wonder Captured by Dr. George Willis Ritchey
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. In this photo print, we are transported back to the early 20th century when Dr. George Willis Ritchey immortalized the head of Halleys Comet using the powerful 60-inch telescope at Mount Wilson Observatory in California, USA. The year was 1910, and this remarkable image showcases the ethereal beauty of one of nature's most awe-inspiring phenomena. Halleys Comet, known for its periodic appearance every 75-76 years, holds a special place in astronomical history as it is regularly visible to the naked eye. It is also unique among short-period comets for potentially gracing human lifetimes with two appearances. First recognized by English astronomer Edmond Halley in the late 17th century, this comet last visited our inner solar system in 1986 and will grace us once again in mid-2061. Dr. Ritchey's photograph not only captures the celestial splendor of Halleys Comet but also serves as a testament to humanity's relentless pursuit of knowledge through space exploration. This stunning visual relic from over a century ago reminds us of our fascination with natural phenomena beyond Earth and our enduring curiosity about what lies beyond. As we gaze upon this mesmerizing image today, let us appreciate both its historical significance and its timeless reminder that there is still so much left to discover within our vast universe.
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