Lauren CoxSocial Links Navigation Latest articles by Lauren Cox Who invented the telescope? By Lauren Cox published 26 October 21 Reference Several men laid claim to inventing the telescope, but the credit usually goes to Hans Lippershey, a Dutch lensmaker, in 1608. Reference Get the Space.com NewsletterBreaking space news, the latest updates on rocket launches, skywatching events and more!Contact me with news and offers from other Future brandsReceive email from us on behalf of our trusted partners or sponsors MORE FROM SPACE...1See how 'Ahsoka' brought 'Clone Wars' Anakin Skywalker to live-action in this behind-the-scenes clip (exclusive video)2Planes, drones or UFOs: What are people seeing in the New Jersey sky?3This Week In Space podcast: Episode 141 — Holiday Special 20244Every upcoming 'Star Wars' movie officially announced5Winter solstice 2024 brings shortest day of the year to Northern Hemisphere today
Who invented the telescope? By Lauren Cox published 26 October 21 Reference Several men laid claim to inventing the telescope, but the credit usually goes to Hans Lippershey, a Dutch lensmaker, in 1608.