Gemini, the twins:
An ancient constellation of the zodiac and one of the only that
resembles its namesake. The twins of Gemini, Castor and Pollux,
were sons of Zeus and the mortal woman Leda. They were brothers
of Helen of Troy. The twins were said to spend all there time together,
and were part of the crew of the Argo with Jason when he attempted
to retrieve the Golden Fleece. The twins were considered protectors
of sailors. The constellation is composed of bright stars and easy
to find. It is located northeast of Orion.
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