Gooch, William, c1770 - 1792 (astronomer)

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Itinerary of the voyage of the Daedalus, 20 July 1792

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Reference Code: GBR/0012/MS Mm.06.48: 197

Scope and Contents

From the ship's departure from the Falkland Islands in December 1791 until its arrival at Nootka Sound in June 1792; transcribed by Sir Joseph Banks from a report by Thomas Dobson.

Dates: 20 July 1792

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Found in: Cambridge University Library / Two-letter class: western post-medieval manuscripts / Mm / Letters, Memoranda, and Journal, containing the History of Mr William Gooch [Fellow of Caius College], Astronomer of the Daedalus Transport

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Letter from William Gooch to his parents, 9 June 1791

Series

Reference Code: GBR/0012/MS Mm.06.48: 34-35

Scope and Contents

Concerning his preparations for going abroad and attention paid to him by William Wales, including his advice on suitable clothing and on bringing items to trade for profit.

Dates: 9 June 1791

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Gooch, William, c1770 - 1792 (astronomer)

Found in 2 Collections and/or Records:

Itinerary of the voyage of the Daedalus, 20 July 1792

Letter from William Gooch to his parents, 9 June 1791

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