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Stuff You Missed in History Class

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Augustin Fresnel: Career, Rivalries, and Math

Introduction to Fresnel, his early civil engineering life, scientific infighting in 19th‑century France, and reflections on the math behind his wave theory and personal takeaways about work versus passion.

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