Stephens, Philip, Sir, 1725 - 1809 (1st Baronet and Secretary to the Admiralty)
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Letter from Mr Williams to Sir Philip Stephens, 1806-04-23 - 1806-08-25
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Reference Code: GBR/0180/RGO 14/40: 545-546a
Scope and Contents
Pointing out various methods of determining longitude based on observations of lunar motion and of the orbit of Venus, before concluding that 'Doubtless, timekeepers are best'. The letter is preceded by a cover note from Stephens to George Gilpin.
Dates:
1806-04-23 - 1806-08-25
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