Maria Mitchell Astronomer

Maria Mitchell Astronomer

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Maria Mitchell (August 1, 1818 – June 28, 1889) Was An American Astronomer Who, In 1847, By Using A Telescope, Discovered A Comet Which As A Result Became Known As "Miss Mitchell'S Comet". She Won A Gold Medal Prize For Her Discovery Which Was Presented To Her By King Frederick Vi Of Denmark - This Was Remarkable For A Woman At The Time.

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