Did a medieval flying monk spot Halley’s comet, twice? It’s complicated

University of Leicester historian thinks Eilmer of Malmesbury saw two different comets: in 1018 and 1066

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I must have misremembered, cause I thought it was the Santa Monica.

No, Santa Monica was the one the pilgrims sailed to Plymouth.

 

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Also Estes model rockets with mods that would get you 10-15 these days, fun fact- you used to be able to buy tins of blackpowder as a juvenile.....

I am still shocked I have all my fingers.

I knew a couple who didn't. One older kid in my town evidently thought blasting caps and a hammer were a good combo. He quickly learned otherwise.