1874 Transit of Venus, Rodriguez Island
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1874 Transit of Venus, Rodriguez Island
1874 Transit of Venus, Rodriguez Island, Indian Ocean. This expedition was one of several organised by British astronomers. Left to right are the altazimuth hut, the equatorial hut, and the photoheliography transit hut. Such transits (where Venus passes across the Sun as seen from the Earth) are rare, occurring in pairs over 100 years apart. The two transits that took place in the 19th century (1874 and 1882) saw astronomers worldwide measure the solar parallax to calculate the Earth-Sun distance. The 1874 transit occurred on 9 December. Photographed by Irish astronomer Charles Edward Burton (1846-1882)
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This print captures a significant moment in astronomical history - the 1874 Transit of Venus on Rodriguez Island in the Indian Ocean. Organized by British astronomers, this expedition aimed to measure the solar parallax and calculate the distance between Earth and Sun. The image showcases three huts: the altazimuth hut, equatorial hut, and photoheliography transit hut from left to right. Transits of Venus are rare celestial events that occur when Venus passes across the face of the Sun as seen from Earth. They happen in pairs over a century apart, making them highly anticipated by scientists worldwide. The transits in the 19th century (1874 and 1882) provided an opportunity for astronomers to conduct precise measurements essential for understanding our solar system. Irish astronomer Charles Edward Burton expertly captured this historical moment with his camera lens. The monochrome photograph transports us back to a time when fieldwork and exploration were at their peak. It reminds us of humanity's relentless pursuit of knowledge about our place in the universe. This image is not just a snapshot; it represents years of meticulous planning, research, and dedication by countless individuals involved in this groundbreaking expedition. It serves as a testament to human curiosity and scientific progress during an era where instruments like telescopes played crucial roles in unraveling mysteries beyond our planet. Science Photo Library brings forth yet another remarkable piece that allows us to appreciate both the beauty of nature's phenomena and humanity's quest for discovery through astronomy.
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