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Secrets of the Dead

The Center of the Universe

Galileo challenged the widely-accepted belief that the universe revolved around the earth.

Aired 07/02/2019

Secrets of the Dead

The Center of the Universe

Clip: Season 18 Episode 1 | 3m 46sVideo has Closed Captions

Galileo challenged the widely-accepted belief that the universe revolved around the earth.

In 1610, Galileo challenged the widely-accepted belief that the universe revolved around the earth, resulting in dramatic consequences from the Roman Catholic church.

Aired 07/02/2019

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Forgery 101

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Experts explain how a fake Sidereus Nuncius made its way into infamy. (3m 24s)

Preview | Galileo's Moon

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Join experts as they examine an alleged proof copy of Galileo’s “Sidereus Nuncius.” (30s)

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