What stars were observed @ 1919 solar eclipse to prove relativity?

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around the observations made during the 1919 solar eclipse that were purported to support the predictions of General Relativity (GR). Participants explore the specific stars that were observed and the significance of these observations in the context of GR.

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Main Points Raised

  • One participant inquires about the specific stars that were observed at different positions than expected, referencing the need for a published report on these observations.
  • Another participant questions the relevance of the inquiry, suggesting that there may be no doubt about General Relativity among the scientific community.
  • A participant lists several stars that were catalogued near the Sun during the eclipse, including HR1375, HR1403, 67 Tauri, 65 Tauri, 69 Tauri, and 72 Tauri.
  • A link to a paper by Dyson from 1920 is provided as a reference for further reading on the topic.
  • One participant reiterates their earlier question about the necessity of discussing the observations, suggesting that NASA had indicated interest in the topic.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants express differing views on the importance of the observations from the 1919 solar eclipse, with some questioning the need for discussion while others focus on the details of the stars involved. No consensus is reached regarding the significance of these observations in relation to General Relativity.

Contextual Notes

The discussion lacks clarity on the specific details of the observations and their implications, with some assumptions about the audience's familiarity with General Relativity and the historical context of the 1919 eclipse remaining unaddressed.

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Was there a published report of exactly which stars which were supposed to be at position A but were observed at position B, etc.?
 
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Why would anyone bother? Do you think anyone doubts GR?

EDIT: OOPS ... I missed the "1919" o:)
 
On that date, the Sun was in Taurus. The catalogued stars near it were:
HR1375
HR1403
67 Tauri
65 Tauri
69 Tauri
72 Tauri
 
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phinds said:
Why would anyone bother? Do you think anyone doubts GR?

EDIT: OOPS ... I missed the "1919" o:)
Even still, NASA suggested You! should, and some did.
 
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