Observation by Ian Sharp: M8 and M20 Region by Ian Sharp

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Observer

Ian Sharp

Observed

2013 Oct 07 - 09:46

Uploaded

2013 Oct 07 - 09:46

Objects

The Trifid Nebula (M20)
The Lagoon Nebula (M8)

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Constellation

Sagittarius

Field centre

RA: 18^h04^m
Dec: -23°45'
Position angle: +3°30'

Field size

3°53' × 2°35'

Title

M8 and M20 Region by Ian Sharp

About this image

This image of the region including Messiers 8 and 20 was sent in by Ian Sharp. It was taken in May 2013 using remote telescope T12 atiTelescope.net in SSO Australia.

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