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Messier 56 - Definition

Globular Cluster M56 (also known as Messier Object 56, Messier 56, M56, or NGC 6779) is a globular cluster in the Lyra constellation. It was discovered by Charles Messier in 1779. M56 is at a distance of about 32,900 light years away from Earth.

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