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Messier Presents his List
French astronomer Charles Messier presents his original list of 45 M-objects to French Academy
1771 Highlights
About February 16, 1771
Calendar: Gregorian
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 253 years, 5 months and 14 days
Leap Year: No
Star Sign: Aquarius
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