Giovanni Cassini
Giovanni Cassini was a renowned Italian-French astronomer and engineer, best known for his discoveries in the 17th century, including the observation of Saturn's moons and the division of its rings, which is now known as the Cassini Division. Born in 1625 in Italy, he later moved to France, where he made significant contributions to the field of astronomy, including advancements in the understanding of planetary motion and the use of telescopes. His work laid the foundation for future studies of the solar system and he is remembered as one of the key figures in the history of astronomy.
Born on Jun 08, 1625 (400 years old)
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Giovanni Cassini is credited with the discovery of the Cassini Division in Saturn's rings.
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