Charles Augustus Young

Charles Augustus Young (1840–1912) was a pioneering American astronomer known for studying solar phenomena, especially solar eclipses. He developed advanced techniques to observe and photograph the Sun’s outer atmosphere, called the corona, helping scientists understand solar activity and its effects on Earth. Young’s meticulous work contributed significantly to solar physics and our understanding of the Sun’s behavior. His research helped confirm theories about solar cycles and the nature of solar eclipses, establishing him as a leading figure in early astrophysics.