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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

  • 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

Repository Details

Part of the Cambridge University Library Repository

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