Copy of a letter from Captain John Phillimore concerning a defective chronometer issued to HMS Thetis, 1825-04-22
Item
Reference Code: GBR/0180/RGO 5/229: 264
Scope and Contents
Sent to Admiral Sir James Saumarez. The letter includes a report on the rate and daily difference of the chronometer, signed by William Gowdy, Master.
Dates
- Creation: 1825-04-22
Creator
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Extent
1 folio(s) (1 folio) : Paper
Language of Materials
English
Originator(s)
Phillimore, Sir John
Original geographic information
Plymouth [origination]
Finding aid date
2013-02-22 09:59:01+00:00
Subject
- Pennington, Robert, c1780 - c1844 (chronometer maker) (Person)
- Saumarez, James De, 1757 - 1836 (1st Baron De Saumarez, Admiral) (Person)
- HMS Thetis (Organization)
Repository Details
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