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Feb 19, 1473
Nicolaus Copernicus is born
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1491
Began studying at the University of Krakow.
Studied mathematics, astronomy, philosophy and the sciences in 1491 at the University of Krakow. -
Period: 1510 to 1540
Observation tower
Copernicus lives in one of the towers of the cathedral in Frauenburg. After his church duties are done, he can observe the heavens from his window. However, the skies are not always clear, making it hard to work sometimes. -
1514
Copernicus revealed his heliocentric theory to a small number of trusted friends.
In 1514, Copernicus revealed his heliocentric theory of the universe to a small number of trusted friends. -
May 24, 1543
The death of Nicolaus Copernicus