Why is Halley's Comet SO FAMOUS? | Star Gazers

Let's dive into the story of Halley's Comet! First seen in 239 B.C., Halley's Comet is arguably history’s most famous comet. With an orbital journey spanning at least 16,000 years, Halley's Comet defies aging, passing through Earth's atmosphere every 76 years. Join Star Gazers host Trace Dominguez as we explore the mysteries and wonders of this comet!

In this video:
✨ Learn how Halley's Comet shattered centuries-old beliefs, revealing that comets could make repeat appearances in our solar system.
🌌 Explore this comet's role in human history from ancient tapestries depicting the Battle of Hastings to its connection to the famous author Mark Twain.
🔭 Find out when Halley's Comet will make it's next predicted appearance in our night skies.

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Produced in partnership with Florida Atlantic University: @fauscience
Host: Trace Dominguez @tracedominguez
Producer: Emily Swift
Editor: Jacquelyn Hurtado
Graphic Designer: Rob Reep

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0:00 Most Famous Comet
0:45 Observations throughout Human History
0:59 Connection to Mark Twain
1:28 When will Halley's Comet Return?

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[colleenwilliams]

That story about Mark Twain just makes me so astounded at the minds of great writers. Who else could have written that in such a poetic way?

[graychev]

Awesome content, but I wonder, why do we need that annoying music in the background?