Memoir explaining the construction of charts of Australia, 1801 - 1805
Scope and Contents
With remarks on the observations for latitude and longitude, and on the variation of the compass. A narrative account, made by Captain Matthew Flinders, on a voyage of the HMS Investigator in the years 1801-1803; with a note dated 1805.
Dates
- Creation: 1801 - 1805
Creator
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Extent
35 folio(s) (35 ff.) : Paper
Language of Materials
English
Date information
DateText: circa.
Originator(s)
Flinders, Matthew
Original geographic information
Australia [subject]
Original geographic information
Mauritius [subject]
Finding aid date
2011-12-17 15:25:51+00:00
Subject
- HMS Investigator, survey sloop (1801-1810) (Organization)
Repository Details
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