L'Aigle, Stone meteorite in Lower Normandy, France.
Over 3000 meteorite fragments scattered across a defined area near L'Aigle, with specimens ranging from small pieces to stones weighing several kilograms.
The meteorite fall on April 26, 1803, led scientist Jean-Baptiste Biot to conduct the first systematic investigation of a meteorite event for the French Academy of Sciences.
The L'Aigle meteorite event changed scientific perception by providing evidence that stones could indeed fall from the sky, contradicting prevailing beliefs of that time.
The main collection of L'Aigle meteorite specimens is preserved at the National Museum of Natural History in France, with additional pieces at the Angers Natural History Museum.
The investigation of the L'Aigle meteorite established the foundation for meteoritics as a scientific discipline through physical analysis and witness testimonies.
GPS coordinates: 48.76667,0.63333
Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:45
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