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Forbes, James David, 1809-1868 (natural philosopher)

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Dates

  • Existence: 1809 - 1868

Biography

James David Forbes (1809-68), natural philosopher

Found in 7 Collections and/or Records:

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Letter from James David Forbes to J.C. Maxwell, 19 Apr. 1849 (SLP 17n)

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Reference Code: GBR/0012/MS.Add.7655/II/1
Scope and Contents From the Series:

A principal series of scientific correspondence, drafts and notes totalling 242 items, letters written to J.C. Maxwell from many scientists and institutions of Maxwell's day dating from his early days at Cambridge University until the day of his death.

Dates: 19 Apr. 1849 (SLP 17n)
Conditions Governing Access: From the Fonds: RESTRICTED - Use Microfilms CMO5028-CMO5042. List in catalogue
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Letter from James David Forbes to J.C. Maxwell, 1 May 1849 (SLP 17n)

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Reference Code: GBR/0012/MS.Add.7655/II/2
Scope and Contents From the Series:

A principal series of scientific correspondence, drafts and notes totalling 242 items, letters written to J.C. Maxwell from many scientists and institutions of Maxwell's day dating from his early days at Cambridge University until the day of his death.

Dates: 1 May 1849 (SLP 17n)
Conditions Governing Access: From the Fonds: RESTRICTED - Use Microfilms CMO5028-CMO5042. List in catalogue
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Letter from James David Forbes to J.C. Maxwell, 30 Jan. 1857

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Reference Code: GBR/0012/MS.Add.7655/II/3
Scope and Contents

Contains notes or calculations by Maxwell

Dates: 30 Jan. 1857
Conditions Governing Access: From the Fonds: RESTRICTED - Use Microfilms CMO5028-CMO5042. List in catalogue
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Letter from James David Forbes to J.C. Maxwell, 13 Apr. 1857 (SLP 116n)

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Reference Code: GBR/0012/MS.Add.7655/II/7
Scope and Contents From the Series:

A principal series of scientific correspondence, drafts and notes totalling 242 items, letters written to J.C. Maxwell from many scientists and institutions of Maxwell's day dating from his early days at Cambridge University until the day of his death.

Dates: 13 Apr. 1857 (SLP 116n)
Conditions Governing Access: From the Fonds: RESTRICTED - Use Microfilms CMO5028-CMO5042. List in catalogue
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Letter from James David Forbes to J.C. Maxwell, 14 Sep. 1857 (SLP 139)

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Reference Code: GBR/0012/MS.Add.7655/II/10
Scope and Contents From the Series:

A principal series of scientific correspondence, drafts and notes totalling 242 items, letters written to J.C. Maxwell from many scientists and institutions of Maxwell's day dating from his early days at Cambridge University until the day of his death.

Dates: 14 Sep. 1857 (SLP 139)
Conditions Governing Access: From the Fonds: RESTRICTED - Use Microfilms CMO5028-CMO5042. List in catalogue
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Letter from James David Forbes to J.C. Maxwell, 16 July 1859 (SLP 159n)

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Reference Code: GBR/0012/MS.Add.7655/II/17
Scope and Contents From the Series:

A principal series of scientific correspondence, drafts and notes totalling 242 items, letters written to J.C. Maxwell from many scientists and institutions of Maxwell's day dating from his early days at Cambridge University until the day of his death.

Dates: 16 July 1859 (SLP 159n)
Conditions Governing Access: From the Fonds: RESTRICTED - Use Microfilms CMO5028-CMO5042. List in catalogue
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Letter from James David Forbes to J.C. Maxwell, 4 June 1864

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Reference Code: GBR/0012/MS.Add.7655/II/22
Scope and Contents From the Series:

A principal series of scientific correspondence, drafts and notes totalling 242 items, letters written to J.C. Maxwell from many scientists and institutions of Maxwell's day dating from his early days at Cambridge University until the day of his death.

Dates: 4 June 1864
Conditions Governing Access: From the Fonds: RESTRICTED - Use Microfilms CMO5028-CMO5042. List in catalogue