Astronomy: History: Eclipses, Occultations and Transits

Short explanation of Cook's mission, what he was trying to measure, and links to related web content.

From an introductory astronomy course, describes expeditions which observed the 18th century transits.

Transcript of a radio show describing 18th century expeditions. Link to the audio.

Abstract of an oral presentation at the 1996 AAS meeting.

Excerpt of a book by David Sellers (Leeds, England). Covers the history of trying to find the Earth-Sun distance and how planetary transits played a part in that.

University of Central Lancashire is celebrating the 2004 Transit and the historical heritage of Jeremiah Horrocks (1619 to 1641) through a series of lectures, events and international collaborations.

New Zealand scientific information related to past transits and the upcoming transit. Extensive educational materials.

Transits in the past and on June 8, 2004.