Episode 2 of 2
Opposition During Candidacy
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Halley faced opposition from John Flamsteed and religious scrutiny from the Anglican Church.
While a candidate for the Astronomer Royal position, Halley encountered animosity from the incumbent, John Flamsteed. The Anglican Church also questioned his religious views, citing his doubts about the biblical age of the Earth.
Sources
- Edmond Halley Wikipedia, revision of 2026-09-09
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