Annie Walker, a Victorian astronomer who began her work at the Cambridge Observatory at the age of 15, has been rediscovered as the first British professional female astronomer. While originally thought to have merely assisted male astronomers, new evidence confirms that she independently observed thousands of stars. This recognition has prompted the Institute of Astronomy at Cambridge to launch a campaign to find her photograph and acknowledge her contributions to science, highlighting her pioneering role for women in astronomy.
Annie Walker's contributions have been overshadowed; new evidence reveals she was the first British professional female astronomer, directly observing stars at Cambridge Observatory.
The Institute of Astronomy aims to rectify the neglect of Walker's legacy by seeking a photograph of her to celebrate and promote her remarkable achievements in astronomy.
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