Galileo's Telescope
Revolutionizing our view of the cosmos in 1609
On August 25, 1609, Galileo Galilei presented his improved telescope in Italy. With it, he later observed the Moon’s surface, Jupiter’s moons, and more. These discoveries supported the idea that Earth is not the centre of the universe, marking a turning point in science and astronomy.
- Global Release
- First Release Jul 23, 2024
- Aug 22 → Aug 25 Annually
- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/History_of_the_telescope
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