Royal Greenwich Observatory, 1836 - 1966
Scope and Contents
The collection contains a wide range of material created or accumulated by Melotte during his lifetime. There are four main series, relating to the Royal Greenwich Observatory, British Astronomical Association, Royal Astronomical Society and solar eclipses. The remaining material comprises papers, photographs and other items on a wide range of astronomical subjects.
Dates
- Creation: 1836 - 1966
Creator
- From the Series: Melotte, Philbert Jacques, 1880 - 1961 (astronomer) (Person)
Conditions Governing Access
Unless restrictions apply, the collection is open for consultation by researchers using the Manuscripts Reading Room at Cambridge University Library. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).
Extent
13 envelope(s)
2 folder(s)
Language of Materials
English
Finding aid date
2006-07-11 11:59:44+00:00
Repository Details
Part of the Cambridge University Library Repository
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