Pappus of Alexandria observed a solar eclipse in 320 AD and documented his findings in the Almagest.

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The thread discusses the historical observation of a solar eclipse by Pappus of Alexandria in 320 AD, mentioning his commentary in the Almagest. It links the event to travel and Chile, suggesting a connection between historical astronomical events and modern travel interests.

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Parent: HistoryEntity: Pappus of AlexandriaImpact: positiveDate: Oct 18, 2026 - Oct 19, 2026Target: Pappus of Alexandria's observation and documentation of a solar eclipse in 320 AD

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Pappus of Alexandria observed a solar #eclipse #OTD in 320, and wrote a commentary in the Almagest, a Greek mathematical and astronomical treatise https://cromwell-intl.com/travel/chile/eclipse/?s=mb #travel #Chile

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#eclipse#otd#travel#chile

@[email protected]

Pappus of Alexandria observed a solar #eclipse #OTD in 320, and wrote a commentary in the Almagest, a Greek mathematical and astronomical treatise https://cromwell-intl.com/travel/chile/eclipse/?s=mb #travel #Chile

4 boosts · 0 favs · 0 replies · Oct 19, 2026

#eclipse#otd#travel#chile