Johann Fabricius and the Discovery of Sunspots

On March 9, 1611

Dutch astronomer Johannes Fabricius discovered sunspots.

Sunspots are regions of reduced surface temperature on the sun.

This Day in History - March 9

1959

Barbie was presented to the public for the first time.

1908

The Inter Milan soccer club was formed.

2011

Space Shuttle Discovery completed its last-ever mission and made its final landing onto Kennedy's runway at 11:57 am EST.

1987

The American Motors Corporation, best known for creating the Jeep, was bought out by Chrysler.

1961

The Soviet spacecraft Sputnik 9 was launched into orbit.

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