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S18·E9 Lord Rosse's Great Telescope

Core Aired October 2, 1974
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Synopsis

A century ago, the most powerful telescope in the world was the great 72-inch reflector at Birr Castle in Eire, with which its builder, the 3rd Earl of Rosse, discovered the spiral galaxies. Patrick Moore visits Birr, and talks to the present Earl and Countess of Rosse about the past and future of the great telescope.

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When did Season 18 Episode 9 of The Sky at Night air?

Season 18, Episode 9 ('Lord Rosse's Great Telescope') originally aired on October 2, 1974.

How long is Season 18 Episode 9 ('Lord Rosse's Great Telescope')?

The episode follows the standard broadcast runtime for The Sky at Night.

What happens in The Sky at Night Season 18 Episode 9?

A century ago, the most powerful telescope in the world was the great 72-inch reflector at Birr Castle in Eire, with which its builder, the 3rd Earl of Rosse, discovered the spiral galaxies. Patrick Moore visits Birr, and talks to the present Earl and Countess of Rosse about the past and future of t...

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