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Edwin Hubble

American astronomer in observational cosmology
American astronomer in observational cosmology

Edwin Hubble's discoveries in extragalactic astronomy revolutionized our understanding of the universe. He proved galaxies beyond the Milky Way and established Hubble's law, showing the universe's expansion. The Hubble Space Telescope was named in his honor.

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1886-11-20
Birth of Edwin Hubble

Edwin Hubble was born on November 20, 1886.

1889-11-20
Birth of Edwin Hubble

Edwin Powell Hubble, the American astronomer known for his significant contributions to extragalactic astronomy, was born on November 20, 1889 in Marshfield, Missouri, U.S.

1895-01-01
Edwin Powell Hubble Enters Gradeschool

In 1895, Edwin Powell Hubble started his education journey by entering gradeschool.

1898-01-01
Hubble Moves to Wheaton

In 1898, Edwin Powell Hubble relocated to Wheaton.

1900
Hubble family moves to Wheaton, Illinois

Edwin Hubble's family moved to Wheaton, Illinois in 1900. This relocation marked a significant change in Hubble's early life and surroundings.

1906-01-01
Hubble family relocation to Wheaton

In 1906, Hubble and his family moved to Wheaton, a suburb of Chicago, due to John's job.

1907
Hubble leads University of Chicago's basketball team to Big Ten Conference title

In 1907, Edwin Hubble led the University of Chicago's basketball team to their first Big Ten Conference title. This achievement highlighted his skills and leadership in sports during his undergraduate studies.

1910-01-01
Edwin Hubble awarded University of Chicago scholarship

In 1910, Edwin Hubble graduated from Wheaton High School with excellence in both sports and academics, earning a scholarship to the University of Chicago.

1912-01-01
Hubble completed studying jurisprudence at Queen's College

On January 1, 1912, Edwin Hubble completed his studies on jurisprudence at Queen's College in Oxford University, England.

1913-01-01
Hubble began practicing law

In 1913, Edwin Hubble started his career as a lawyer.

1914-05-11
Hubble returned to college for astronomy

In May 1914, Edwin Hubble decided to pursue his passion for astronomy and went back to college.

1916-05-11
Hubble invited to join Mount Wilson Staff

In May 1916, Edwin Hubble was invited to join the Mount Wilson Staff after completing his doctorate in astronomy.

1917-01-01
Hubble joined the military

On January 1, 1917, Edwin Hubble joined the military, delaying his acceptance of the offer to join the Mount Wilson staff due to the outbreak of World War 1.

1917-04-06
Hubble completes dissertation and enlists in U.S. Army

On April 6, 1917, Edwin Hubble completed his dissertation on 'Photographic Investigations of Faint Nebulae' and enlisted in the U.S. Army during World War I.

1919-05-11
Hubble Discharged from the Military

In May 1919, Edwin Hubble was discharged from the military after attaining the rank of major.

1920
Edwin Hubble's realization about mankind's place in the Universe

As a result of Edwin Hubble's work in astronomy, our perception of mankind's place in the Universe changed forever in the 1920s. His discoveries led to the understanding that humans are not at the center of the Universe.

1921
Ph.D. in Astronomy from University of Chicago

After teaching high school for a year, Edwin Hubble pursued his passion for astronomy and obtained his Ph.D. in 1921 from the University of Chicago, focusing on 'Photographic Investigations of Faint Nebulae'.

1923-10-01
Hubble Identifies Cepheid Star

On October 1, 1923, Edwin Hubble identified a star known as a Cepheid, which would later play a crucial role in his groundbreaking discoveries in astronomy.

1924-02-26
Hubble marries Grace Lillian Leib

On February 26, 1924, Edwin Hubble married Grace Lillian Leib. This event marked an important personal milestone in his life.

1924-05-11
Edwin Hubble marries Grace Burke Leib

On May 11, 1924, astronomer Edwin Hubble married Grace Burke Leib.

1924-11-23
Publication of Hubble's Findings in The New York Times

On November 23, 1924, Edwin Hubble's findings on the distance of nebulae outside the Milky Way were first published in The New York Times. This publication brought Hubble's work to a wider audience.

1925-01-01
Presentation of Hubble's Findings to the American Astronomical Society

On January 1, 1925, Edwin Hubble presented his groundbreaking findings to other astronomers at the meeting of the American Astronomical Society. This presentation marked a significant moment in the history of astronomy.

1925-05-11
Hubble introduces system of classifying galaxies

On May 11, 1925, Edwin Hubble introduced a system for classifying galaxies, which was a significant contribution to the field of astronomy.

1929
Hubble's Law

In 1929, Edwin Hubble observed that most galaxies appeared to be moving away from us with velocities proportional to their distance. This discovery, known as Hubble's Law, revolutionized the understanding of the Universe by demonstrating its expansion.

1930-10-03
Hubble's Marriage to Grace Burke

On October 3, 1930, Edwin Hubble married Grace Burke. This event marked a significant personal milestone in the life of the renowned astronomer.

1934
Delivered the Halley Lecture at Oxford University

In 1934, Edwin Hubble delivered the Halley Lecture at Oxford University.

1935-08-30
Hubble discovers asteroid 1373 Cincinnati

On August 30, 1935, Edwin Hubble discovered the asteroid 1373 Cincinnati. This finding added to his contributions in the field of astronomy and cosmology.

1936
Publication of 'The Realm of the Nebulae'

In 1936, Edwin Hubble published his important book 'The Realm of the Nebulae', where he explained his approaches to extragalactic astronomy and his views on the subject's history. This book solidified his legacy in the field of astronomy.

1938
ASP Bruce Medallist Awarded to Edwin Hubble

In 1938, Edwin Hubble was awarded the ASP Bruce Medallist for his significant contributions to astronomy. This recognition highlighted his groundbreaking work in the field.

1941-12
Hubble challenges expanding universe theory

In December 1941, Edwin Hubble presented results from a survey that seemed to contradict the expanding universe theory. He pointed out discrepancies in the distribution of nebulae that did not align with the theory of cosmic expansion.

1942-06
Edwin Hubble leaves Mount Wilson Observatory for war-related work

In the summer of 1942, Edwin Hubble departed from his work at the Mount Wilson Observatory to contribute to war-related efforts at the Aberdeen Proving Ground in Maryland.

1946-08-05
Hubble's Anti-Nuclear Weapons Campaign Begins

On August 5, 1946, Edwin Hubble initiated his campaign against nuclear weapons. This marked his advocacy for peace and disarmament in the aftermath of World War II.

1948
BBC Broadcast by Edwin Hubble

In 1948, Edwin Hubble expressed his hope for unexpected discoveries in astronomy during a BBC broadcast in London.

1949-07
Hubble's Heart Attack

In July 1949, Edwin Hubble suffered a heart attack while on vacation in Colorado. Despite the health scare, he was able to recover with the care of his wife and made adjustments to his diet and work routine.

1953-09-28
Death of Edwin Hubble

Edwin Powell Hubble passed away on September 28, 1953, in San Marino, California at the age of 63. He was a pioneering figure in observational cosmology and made key discoveries in the field of astronomy.

1953-12-06
Death of Edwin Hubble

Edwin Hubble, the renowned astronomer known for his contributions to the field of cosmology, passed away on December 6, 1953.

1980
Donation of Hubble's Papers

Upon her death in 1980, Grace Burke Hubble, Edwin Hubble's wife, donated his papers including correspondence, photographs, and notebooks to the Huntington Library in San Marino, California.

1986-10-03
Significant Contribution by Edwin Hubble

Edwin Hubble made a significant difference in the field of astronomy on October 3, 1986.

1990-04-24
Launch of Hubble Space Telescope

The Hubble Space Telescope was launched into orbit on April 24, 1990.

1997-02
Written by David Wands, Portsmouth

In February 1997, David Wands from Portsmouth wrote a piece related to Edwin Hubble. This writing might have provided insights or information about Hubble's life and work.

2001
Edwin P. Hubble Inducted

In 2001, Edwin P. Hubble was inducted into a certain hall of fame or recognition program.

2003
Inducted into the Hall of Famous Missourians

In 2003, Edwin Hubble was inducted into the Hall of Famous Missourians.

2008-03-06
Stamp honoring Edwin Hubble

On March 6, 2008, the United States Postal Service issued a stamp in honor of Edwin Hubble as part of the 'American Scientists' series. The stamp recognized his significant contributions to astronomy and his role in expanding our understanding of the universe.

2009
Publication of 'Discovering the expanding universe' by Harry Nussbaumer and Lydia Bieri

In 2009, Harry Nussbaumer and Lydia Bieri published a book titled 'Discovering the expanding universe', which likely delves into the exploration of the expanding universe and possibly includes discussions on Edwin Hubble's work.

2011-11
Lemaître's Redaction Confirmed

In November 2011, it was reported that Georges Lemaître himself had made redactions to his own work, indicating that the omissions were not solely influenced by Edwin Hubble. This revelation shed light on the controversy surrounding their contributions.

2017
Inducted into the Indiana Basketball Hall of Fame

In 2017, Edwin Hubble was inducted into the Indiana Basketball Hall of Fame.

2069
Discovery of Asteroid 2069 Hubble

Asteroid 2069 Hubble was discovered and named in honor of Edwin Hubble, recognizing his significant contributions to astronomy.

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