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Cygnus the Swan
Sir Patrick Moore looks at the summer constellation of Cygnus with its rich array of nebulae and star clusters, while Chris North goes in search of the Milky Way.
The summer constellation of Cygnus will soon be flying overhead in our night sky. With its rich array of nebulae and star clusters, it is a delight for astronomers to look at in the warm summer evenings. Sir Patrick Moore looks at the yellow star Albireo with its superb azure blue companion, while Chris North goes in search of the Milky Way.
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Sat 11 Jun 2011
12:00
Credits
| Role | Contributor |
|---|---|
| Presenter | Patrick Moore |
| Participant | Gerry Gilmore |
| Participant | Chris North |
| Participant | Pete Lawrence |
| Participant | Paul G Abel |
| Series Producer | Jane Fletcher |
| Executive Producer | William Lyons |
Broadcasts
Mon 6 Jun 2011 00:10Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ One except Northern Ireland- Tue 7 Jun 2011 00:20Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ One Northern Ireland
- Sat 11 Jun 2011 12:00
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