The most famous and successful of the scientists and engineers from the 1 st century was Hero (Heron) of Alexandria, who was conjuring up all kinds of weird and wonderful mechanical gadgets and steam engines, that both entertained the royalty and dumfounded the faithful in the temples. The ancestry of Hero is unknown. He came from Alexandria in Egypt, but Carl Boyer, a historian of science and mathematics, has said that his work and mathematics demonstrate that Hero must also have had Parthian and Greek influences. What Made Alexandria the Intellectual Capital of the Ancient World? Mathematical Genius or Mesmerizing Magician? The Psychomagic of Scotland's Ancient Lost Wizard The date of Hero’s life and work is also unknown but extracts from Columella, a Roman agriculturalist, demonstrate that he was alive in AD 62. The current consensus of opinion is that Hero was born between 10 and 20 AD and died between AD 70 and 100. Hero is known to have been resident in Alexandria, Egypt, and probably studied at the great Mouseion (or Musaeum), the Temple of the Muses. The Mouseion was less of a museum or a temple as we would understand it, and more of a university, a center of research and education that included the Great Library of Alexandria. Read moreSection: ArtifactsAncient TechnologyNewsHistoryFamous PeopleRead Later 

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William Shatner is determined to achieve as many more life goals as he can in his last days, as he is filling up his calendar with back-to-back Star Trek events. The 93-year-old is reportedly overworking himself as a result, and his loved ones are concerned that he may burn out soon. Last year, Shatner said he had little time left due to his failing health, which has gotten worse since the candid statement. His career of about seven decades has been marked by multiple health issues, including skin cancer and a hearing disorder, which he claims to have developed while filming a Star Trek episode. William Shatner may not care for his health anymore – only cares to keep on keeping on William Shatner / Everett An insider noted that Shatner is aware of the risk that comes with his filled-up schedule. However, he remains unbothered and focused on ticking goals off his bucket list. He also intends to pass away in style and with a sense of satisfaction in life—both of which he deems more important than resting. Shatner’s friends are fearful of the potential outcome of his globetrotting and busy schedule, while fans raise concerns online, especially after learning of his health troubles recently. He opened up about his stage 4 melanoma diagnosis, which he received after noticing a bump behind his ear. William Shatner / Everett Right after the Q&A and screening event of 1982’s Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan in Detroit, Shatner was gearing up to meet with fans at Lexington’s Kentucky Theater. After the events came the screening of William Shatner: You Can Call Me Bill, which Shatner had to show up for, and more plans ahead. William Shatner / Everett Shatner is looking to make more impact and lasting memories in his last days, even though he has embarked on more interesting endeavors in the past. The father of three is the oldest man to have traveled into space, and he is scheduled to go on a cruise to Antarctica later this year with astronauts Scott Kelly and José Hernández, as well as other space whizzes. Next up: Fran Drescher Rocks Spicy Leopard Print Bodycon Dress In New Photo The post William Shatner Insists On Attending ‘Star Trek’ Events Despite Warnings On Health appeared first on DoYouRemember? - The Home of Nostalgia. Author, Peace A

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