Venus and Mars: Did They Ever Cross Paths in a Terrestrial Eclipse?

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The discussion centers on the possibility of Venus eclipsing Mars from a terrestrial viewpoint. While there is no definitive record of such an event occurring, participants agree that it is theoretically possible under specific celestial alignments. The conversation references a close approach of celestial bodies, highlighting the significance of orbital mechanics in understanding planetary visibility during eclipses.

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From a terrestrial perspective, could Venus have ever eclipsed Mars?
 
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I don't know if it has ever heppened, but it should be possible.
 
Came darn close http://antwrp.gsfc.nasa.gov/apod/image/0212/moontrio_koehn_full.jpg" .
 
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