We continue our yearlong celebration of the 400th birthday of modern astronomy with the International Year of Astronomy 2009 (IYA). A series of worldwide events, IYA aims to raise awareness of how the science of astronomy benefits all Earth cultures, inspires the imaginations of young people, and fosters a scientific outlook in society. (Find Local Events)
Galileo Galilei was an Italian physicist and astronomer. He was born in Pisa on February 15, 1564. Galileo's father, Vincenzo Galilei, was a well-known musician. Vincenzo decided that his son should become a doctor.
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We continue our yearlong celebration of the 400th birthday of modern astronomy with the International Year of Astronomy 2009 (IYA). A series of worldwide events, IYA aims to raise awareness of how the science of astronomy benefits all Earth cultures, inspires the imaginations of young people, and fosters a scientific outlook in society. (Find Local Events)
Galileo Galilei was an Italian physicist and astronomer. He was born in Pisa on February 15, 1564. Galileo's father, Vincenzo Galilei, was a well-known musician. Vincenzo decided that his son should become a doctor.
Find out more about the history of Galileo Galilei, including videos, interesting articles, pictures, historical features and more. Get all the facts on HISTORY.com
