1771 ⟶ Charles Messier Publishes Astronomical Catalogue

Charles Messier: publishes catalogue of astronomical objects...
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1784

⭐ Charles Messier Publishes Astronomical Catalogue

Charles Messier: publishes catalogue of astronomical objects (Messier Objects) now known to include galaxies, star clusters, and nebulae.⟶
Charles Messier Publishes Astronomical Catalogue (1771)
AstronomyMessier ObjectsCharles MessierNebulaeStar ClustersGalaxies18th Century
FranceFrance

🌌 Charles Messier Publishes Catalog of Star Clusters and Nebulae

Charles Messier publishes his catalog of star clusters and nebulas. Messier draws up the list to prevent these objects from being identified as comets. However, it soon becomes a standard reference for the study of star clusters and nebulas and is still in use today.⟶
Charles Messier Publishes Catalog of Star Clusters and Nebulae (1784)
AstronomyAstrophysicsCatalogNebulaeStar ClustersMessier18th CenturyDeep Sky Objects
FranceFrance