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The Great Comet of 1744: Six Tails at Dawn

Shows the six rays of the Great Comet of 1744 coming up from a mountain lake landscape.

Uncover the mystery of the Great Comet of 1744. From its six-tailed fan to inspiring a young Charles Messier, relive the dawn that changed astronomy.

Posted byWayne McGrawFebruary 26, 2026February 26, 2026Posted inArticles, Top ObjectTags:C/1743 X1, Catherine the Great, Charles Messier, Comet de Chéseaux, famous historical comets, Great Comet of 1744, Six-tailed comet, WinterLeave a comment on The Great Comet of 1744: Six Tails at Dawn

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