Undaunted: The Forgotten Giants of the Allegheny Observatory

The Allegheny Observatory: Birthplace of Astrophysics & Pioneers in Flight.

Discover the incredible story of how a group of self-educated individuals defied the odds to make groundbreaking contributions to science and technology.

From laying the foundation for climate and solar energy research, to making major discoveries in planetary science, and even discovering and studying planets outside our solar system, this observatory has been at the forefront of innovation since the 1860s.

Learn about the remarkable stories of tenacity and determination of John Brashear and Samuel Pierpont Langley, who taught themselves physics and astronomy to become world-renowned scientific instrument makers and pioneers in flight.

Features interviews with Dr.

Neil deGrasse Tyson, Dr.

Tom Crouch, Dr.

George Gatewood, and Dr.

William Fickinger.

Don't miss out on this fascinating journey into the history of science and technology that will leave you inspired by the ingenuity and determination of these little-known pioneers.