Francis Baily Scientist

Francis Baily (28 April 1774 – 30 August 1844) was an English astronomer. He is most famous for his observations of 'Baily's beads' during an eclipse of the Sun. Bailey was also a major figure in the early history of the Royal Astronomical Society, as one of the founders and president four times.

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Francis Baily
Birth dateApril 28, 1774
Birth place
Berkshire , Newbury Berkshire
Date of deathAugust 30, 1844
Place of death
London
Known for
Baily's beads

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