Francis Baily
Francis Baily was an English astronomer known for his significant contributions to the study of solar eclipses, particularly the phenomenon known as Baily's beads, which he first described during an annular eclipse in 1836. His work laid the groundwork for further understanding of the solar atmosphere and the visual effects observed during eclipses.
Born on May 15, 1836 (190 years old)
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The phenomenon was named for English astronomer Francis Baily, who noted them during an annular eclipse on May 15, 1836.
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