Guide to available moonlight during 1939

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Guide to available moonlight during 1939

A diagram prepared for readers of The Sphere in order that they may know, at a glance, how much moonlight they will get on any particular evening of the period. A useful grid to consult during the blackouts of World War II. Date: 1939

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Black Out Cycle Diagram Grid Guide Lunar Moon Moon Light Ww Ii Blackouts War Time

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This intriguing diagram, published in The Sphere magazine in 1939, serves as a practical guide for estimating the availability of moonlight during that year. With the looming threat of World War II and the ensuing blackouts, understanding the lunar cycle became an essential aspect of daily life for many people. This useful grid allows readers to quickly determine the amount of moonlight they could expect on any given evening, providing valuable information for planning activities during the night hours. The moon's phases are illustrated in the diagram, from a new moon with no visible illumination to a full moon, which would cast the strongest light. The grid also indicates the approximate times for each phase, allowing individuals to plan their schedules accordingly. During the blackouts, this guide would have been an invaluable resource for those navigating their way home from work or other essential activities, as well as for those seeking to make the most of the limited light for outdoor pursuits. The Sphere magazine, a popular British weekly publication, offered this diagram as a service to its readers, demonstrating the practical applications of scientific knowledge during a time of great uncertainty and change. The moon's cycles continued to follow their natural course throughout the war years, and this guide would have provided a sense of continuity and predictability amidst the chaos of wartime life. This fascinating diagram offers a glimpse into the past, reminding us of the ingenuity and resourcefulness of people during times of adversity. Its simple yet effective design continues to captivate us today, as we marvel at the enduring connection between the moon, the cycles of nature, and the human spirit.

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