From our early childhood,
We’re taught to glorify
Conquering the Earth’s neighbourhood -
Shouldn’t we question why?
Satellites can aid siblinghood,
But some missions could buy
A start for millions to make good -
Is Mars “pie in the sky”?
(C) David Franks 2003
| Observatory in Greenwich, London; 12/8/2016 |
| Greenwich Observatory Telescope, London; 12/8/2016 |
| The Octagon Room, with its Time Ball, at Greenwich, London; 12/8/2016 |
| 24-hour clock & standard-lengths, Greenwich Observatory; 12/8/16 |
| Prime Meridian marking at Greenwich Observatory; 12/8/16 |
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