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Mann, William, 1817-1873 (astronomer)

 Person

Biography

William Mann (1817-73), astronomer, appointed second assistant at the Royal Observatory, Cape of Good Hope, 1837, remained at the Observatory until 1870

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William Mann: Letters from the Royal Observatory, Cape of Good Hope, to John Lee, 30 May 1840-29 Aug. 1843

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Reference Code: GBR/0012/MS Add.8856/85-86
Scope and Contents

The letters are to Dr John Lee (1783-1866), of Hartwell, Buckinghamshire, collector and man of science.

Dates: 30 May 1840-29 Aug. 1843
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