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Mount Graham National Observatory

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Mount Graham, Janet Butler Munch Jan 2011

Mount Graham, Janet Butler Munch

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Mount Graham, in southern Arizona, is considered a sacred location by the Apaches. The remoteness and high elevation of the mountain makes it an ideal location for astronomical research. After protracted litigation suits, the University of Arizona prevailed and was allowed to establish the Mount Graham International Observatory on the site.