Edward Emerson Barnard

1857–1923 (age 66)

Astronomer

Biography

Edward Emerson Barnard rose from humble beginnings to become one of America’s most distinguished astronomers, famed for his dedication to precise observation and his discovery of Barnard’s Star.

His relentless pursuit of understanding the heavens expanded the frontiers of astronomy, inspiring future scientists to follow in his footsteps with both rigor and humility.