Did you know that an Illinois native discovered Pluto? Step into the fascinating story of Clyde Tombaugh, the Illinois farm boy who went on to make one of the most famous discoveries in astronomy. Learn how Tombaugh’s passion for the night sky, homemade telescopes, and remarkable persistence led him to discover Pluto in 1930. Explore his life, his groundbreaking work at Lowell Observatory, and the legacy of a man who helped change our understanding of the solar system. Discover the incredible story of the man from Streator, Illinois who reached for the stars - and found a new world.
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