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Scots Who Changed the World

Series 1

Williamina Fleming, Astronomer

Duration: 20 minutes

First broadcast: on School RadioLatest broadcast: on School Radio

Available for over a year

Dr Susie Mitchell tells the story of how a young emigrant from Dundee was forced to find work in Boston as a housekeeper, but went on to become one of the most important astronomers of the time.

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