Solar Eclipse in Vermont

SOURCE npr.org
104-year-old Vermont man recalls the last solar eclipse in 1932, reminiscing about the lack of fuss made back then. He plans to watch the upcoming eclipse but without making a big deal out of it.

Key Points

  • Floyd Van Alstyne recalls the 1932 solar eclipse
  • Vermont newspapers were full of stories about the eclipse
  • Instructions for making a protective viewer were provided

Pros

  • Unique perspective from a 104-year-old who witnessed the last eclipse in 1932

Cons

  • Limited historical details provided