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Astronomy Fundamentals: A Look at the History of Alvan Clark Telescopes

Apr 3, 2025 | Focal Plane

In the 19th century, Alvan Graham Clark was one of the premier lens makers for telescopes. His craftsmanship was sought after and many observatories in the late 19th and early 20th centuries were built to house his refractor telescopes. In fact, smaller Alvan Clark...

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