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The Hubble Deep Field South
The Hubble Deep Field South, released in December 1998, offers a unique look at some of the most distant parts of our universe. This image shows a portion of the field. Astronomers are studying these faint objects for clues about young galaxies, the curvature of the universe, and dark matter. Galaxies as dim as magnitude 30 are visible in this long exposure.
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Released on your day
Space pictures released on your month and day in other years, or a few days either side. Each one is sharp enough to print as a poster.
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Released on 14 December 2014 Molecular Cloud Barnard 68 See it as a poster -
Released on 14 December 2022 Lunar Dust and Duct Tape See it as a poster -
Released on 14 December 2024 Apollo 17's Moonship See it as a poster -
Released on 14 December 2021 HH 666: Carina Dust Pillar with Jet See it as a poster -
Released on 14 December 2017 NGC 5256 (ground-based view) See it as a poster
In tropical astrology, 14 DEC 1998 falls under Sagittarius (♐). The sign's window runs from 11-22 through 12-21. Sagittarius points straight at the center of the Milky Way, our galaxy's brightest region. The Sun was crossing this region of the sky on 14 DEC 1998.
Questions about December 14, 1998
What space photo was released on December 14, 1998?
NASA's Astronomy Picture of the Day for December 14, 1998 was "The Hubble Deep Field South". It's the card at the top of this page.
What was the Moon's phase on December 14, 1998?
A waning crescent moon, about 20% lit.
What day of the week was December 14, 1998?
December 14, 1998 was a Monday, day 348 of the 365 days in 1998.
Was there a meteor shower on December 14, 1998?
Yes: the Geminid shower, peak tonight.
Is it free?
Yes. Seeing, sharing and downloading the card is free, and there's no account to make.