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Old 25-08-2009, 05:31 AM
Enchilada
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On 25 August 1609, he demonstrated his first telescope to Venetian lawmakers.
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Mr. Telescope!!
In in it a pity the instrument also turned out to great for war. Yet when he turned it to the Heavens, he was soon locked-up at told to recant! At least he is remembered for his many celestial encounters and not for his often warmongering despicable ways!
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