Crosley, John, 1762 - 1817 (astronomer)
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Astronomical observations made between St Helen’s and Rio [de] Janeiro, 1794-10-09 - 1795-05-03
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Reference Code: GBR/0180/RGO 14/67: 82-97r
Scope and Contents
The observations begin with a note on receiving the four timekeepers from William Wales, and on their rate. Included are observations taken at St Helens; at Drake’s Island, Plymouth Sound; at Torbay and Cawsand Bay; at Sancta Cruz Bay in Tenerife; and observation taken on board the ship while at sea.
Dates:
1794-10-09 - 1795-05-03
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