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Re: Orion Constellation

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Posted by Lauren/">Lauren on March 16, 1998 09:03:32 UTC

: : I am doing a school project on the Orion constellation, : : and I am not having a lot of luck finding any information : : about it. So, if anyone can help me, please let me know.

: : : : Thankyou!! : The Hopi Indians, of northern Arizona, believed that the constellation Orion was actually a giant warrior, Hotomquam, the stars forming the shape of his helmet.

According to Greek Mythology,Orion was killed by a deadly sting from a scorpion.He isthen followed by his two dogs,he is now fighting the bull Taurous.

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