William Herschel (1738-1822) German-born English astronomer, shown holding a diagram of Uranus and its satellites. Uranus was the first planet discovered since ancient times. Engraving after pastel by John Russell.


William Herschel (1738-1822) German-born English astronomer, shown holding a diagram of Uranus and its satellites. Uranus was the first planet discovered since ancient times. Engraving after pastel by John Russell.


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