In 1927, the phenomenon was in full view for millions who either lived in or had flocked to a spot within the path of totality, which ran from Cardigan Bay in Wales to Hartlepool in the north-east.
Stargazers, both professional and amateur, are excited in not only the knowledge to be gained from Monday solar eclipse, but also what they can share about it.
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Stargazers, both professional and amateur, are excited in not only the knowledge to be gained from Monday solar eclipse, but also what they can share about it.