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Memorandum book, '1763 Observations at sea', 1763-09-20 - 1763-10-19

 Item
Reference Code: GBR/0180/RGO 218/2/1

Scope and Contents

A record of observations at sea with calculations and notes, including notes on observations of Jupiter's satellites and on his chronometers during his voyage to Barbados [to test John Harrison's chronometer H4].

Dates

  • 1763-09-20 - 1763-10-19

Conditions Governing Access

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Extent

1 volume(s) (1 volume (32 pp.)) : Paper

Language of Materials

English

Physical Characteristics and Technical Requirements

This item is extremely fragile and must be handled with great care

Former / Other Reference

WRO 1390/2A

Existence and Location of Copies

RGO.35/137

Finding aid date

2016-06-07 11:44:33+00:00

Creator

Repository Details

Part of the Cambridge University Library Repository

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