Have you ever wondered how big the Milky Way really is? Well, an American astronomer named Harlow Sharpley gave us the precise answer to this question in 1920. He started his research in 1914 by studying stars called Global Clusters. He continued his studies and remained persistent throughout the years until he found the answers he was looking for. because.Our world is incredibly big and there is so much to discover that there is no limit to how much we can learn about it.Until 1920 we didn't even have an idea of ​​how big it was. real Milky Way. But thanks to this man, we at least have access to a range of things waiting to be discovered. Throughout his early years and adult life he was always very interested in learning new things and pushing with his interests, he made many contributions to astronomy. Harlow was born on November 2 1885 on a farm in Nashville, Missouri. His parents were Willis and Sarah Sharpley. Growing up as an only child, Harlow had no personal motivation to overcome the work and pressure of school. imposed. He dropped out of school receiving only a 5th grade education. Harlow continued to educate himself at home and took up writing. He became a journalist, covering crime stories. This wasn't enough for Harlow. Eventually he grew tired of his home life and decided he wanted to go back to school and get a real education because he realized he needed one to go further in life and make something of himself. He returned to school. joining a 6-year high school program in which he graduated in just two years and as valedictorian. Although as a young boy Harlow did not make the best decisions middle of paper.... ..doubt and others doubting him, he rose high above that. He proved everyone wrong and proved to himself that he was an intelligent person who deserved to have a successful life. He is an inspiration to everyone that there is always a way to come back and fix your mistakes. He knew it was better than staying at home and doing nothing. He had a passion for learning and knew that sitting at home and doing nothing was not who he was and it was not what he wanted. do with his life. He wanted to make a difference and that's exactly what he did. Not only did he have a successful career, but he had a great life with a great family that he created. effort and self-confidence. Through Harlow, the great importance of a good education and how far a good education can take you in life is demonstrated. There are no limits for us.