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The Great Comet of 1680: From a Pirate’s Journal to Newton’s Desk

Painting of the comet of 1680 showing comet in sky over a winter scene.

A buccaneer, a calendar-maker, and rival astronomers all watched the same comet in 1680—and it took Newton years to admit they were right.

Posted byWayne McGrawJuly 17, 2026Posted inArticles, Top ObjectTags:17th century astronomy, Astronomy, Great Comet of 1680, Isaac Newton, Kirch's Comet, Newton Flamsteed feudLeave a comment on The Great Comet of 1680: From a Pirate’s Journal to Newton’s Desk

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