What 21st century eclipse fever owes to the IGY

Closeup of the sun’s corona, taken during the April 20, 2023 total solar eclipse from Exmouth, Australia. Photo by Phil Hart. America is once again rampant with eclipse fever! The April 8, 2024 total solar eclipse will be drawing millions of eyes toward the sky. I won’t be as close to the path of totality... Continue Reading →

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This one hits close to home: the Great Smokies minisheet of 1937

Society of Philatelic Americans Souvenir Sheet, Imperf. on Cover 🇺🇸 United States, 10¢ | Issued August 26, 1937 | Scott 797 On this day in 1937, the United States Post Office Department issued a stamp minisheet that is close to my heart—because it’s close to my home. Let’s take a moment to celebrate and enjoy... Continue Reading →

August 26, 2021 0

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