Caroline Herschel

Herschel was the first paid female astronomer. Born in 1750 in Germany, she fiercely opposed prejudice, becoming a respected scientist and an inspiration and source of motivation for other women and movements. Herschel's brother, William Herschel, taught her math so she could assist him with his astronomical work. Her many accomplishments began with helping her brother, who had discovered Uranus. Caroline, however, was responsible for many groundbreaking works, becoming a pioneer in cometary research by discovering them.

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