William Parsons
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William Parsons, the 3rd Earl of Rosse, was an Irish astronomer known for constructing the Birr Telescope in 1845, which was the largest telescope in the world for 70 years. He made groundbreaking observations, including the first sighting of spiral galaxies, solidifying his legacy in the history of astronomy.
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