King, James (1750-1784) Captain Royal Navy, circumnavigator
Organization
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Item
Observational log, 1779-12-10 - 1780-09-08
Item
Reference Code: GBR/0180/RGO 14/61/4: 6r-9r
Scope and Contents
Daily log of observations from December 1779 to September 1780, showing barometer and thermometer readings (in the morning, at noon, and in the evening), the latitude and longitude, magnetic variation and dip [of the needle], the wind direction and remarks on the weather. The entries also include occasional mention of the location of the two ships on their return journey (travelling via Macau, Pulo Condore [Côn Đảo], Krakatau, and the Cape of Good Hope).
Dates:
1779-12-10 - 1780-09-08
Conditions Governing Access:
From the Management Group:
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