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Commonwealth Observatory
Mount Stromlo Observatory
1945 – 1957
Previously Commonwealth Solar Observatory (1924–1945).
Commonwealth astronomical observatory on Mount Stromlo, near Canberra, which under director Richard Woolley moved from solar research to stellar astronomy.
Names over time
- Commonwealth Solar Observatory1924–1945
- Commonwealth Observatory1945–1957
How it came into existence
Renamed from the Commonwealth Solar Observatory in 1945, reflecting the broadening of its research to stellar astronomy.
How it ended
Transferred to the Australian National University in 1957, continuing as the university's Mount Stromlo Observatory.
- Astronomical observatory at Mount Stromlo
Main functions
- Stellar astronomy
- Solar observations
- Telescope and optical work
Where it sits
Last in the portfolio of Department of the Interior.
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