RIP Jay Pasachoff - Astronomer with 74 Solar Eclipses Seen

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Jay M. Pasachoff, a renowned astronomer from Williams College, passed away at the age of 79. He was celebrated for his extensive career in astronomy, particularly for his remarkable achievement of observing 74 solar eclipses, making him one of the most experienced eclipse observers in history. His contributions to the field spanned over five decades, and he was known for his passion for traveling worldwide to study these celestial events. The discussion reflects on his significant impact in astronomy and expresses condolences for his passing.
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https://www.nytimes.com/2022/11/20/obituaries/jay-pasachoff-dead.html

"Jay M. Pasachoff, an astronomer at Williams College who spent more than 50 years traveling the world to observe solar eclipses and, with 74 sightings under his belt, probably witnessed more of them than any other human in history, died on Sunday at his home in Williamstown, Mass. He was 79...
 
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