Hale Builds Yerkes Observatory
Poet involved
What happened
In 1897, George Ellery Hale constructed the Yerkes Observatory in Wisconsin, which housed the largest refracting telescope of its time. This observatory became a center for astronomical research and education, attracting prominent scientists and contributing to significant discoveries in the field. Hale's work at Yerkes Observatory advanced our understanding of the cosmos and played a vital role in the development of modern astrophysics.
Literary impact
The construction of Yerkes Observatory by George Ellery Hale in 1897 advanced professional astronomy, influencing modernist reflections on the technological gaze. Poets like H.D. and Ezra Pound incorporated themes of observation and the cosmos into their works, exploring humanity's place in the universe.
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