48 Photographs of Iconic Historical Figures Who Surprisingly Had Their Photo Taken

The brilliant British mind of John Herschel shone as a beacon of scientific enlightenment. Born in 1792, Herschel inherited a celestial legacy as the son of William Herschel, the discoverer of Uranus. Yet, he didn’t merely inherit his father’s legacy; he amplified it, casting his constellation of contributions across the cosmos of science.

Herschel’s pioneering work in celestial photography unlocked the mysteries of the heavens, capturing the ethereal beauty of the stars. But his brilliance extended beyond astronomy, for he also left an indelible mark on mathematics and chemistry, earning accolades and honors that glistened like stars in the night sky.