The Universe From Palomar

Tells the story of the 200-inch Hale telescope. Provides a tour of the observatory at Mount Palomar. Describes the design of the Hale telescope, taking the viewer through the pouring, grinding, polishing, transportation and installation phases of the giant mirror. Describes the research conducted by the astronomers, including some photographs of distant stars and galaxies.

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  1. 16mm Filmography (legacy record) — title, year, creator, format, sound, description, catalog record