Notes on the Royal Observatory, 1955
Scope and Contents
Typescript notes regarding the buildings and instruments of the Royal Observatory, Greenwich, covering its development from its foundation until the beginning of the Second World War, and its observing methods from 1676 to the middle of the 19th century. There are accompanying plans of the grounds and photocopies of pictures of the buildings, grounds and instruments. At the start of the folder is a prefatory note by P.S. Laurie dated 26 August 1955.
Dates
- Creation: 1955
Creator
- From the Series: Melotte, Philbert Jacques, 1880 - 1961 (astronomer) (Person)
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Extent
1 folder(s) (1 folder)
Language of Materials
English
Finding aid date
2006-07-11 13:41:12+00:00
Subject
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