Copy of a letter from the Board of Longitude to William Forder, 1810-06-09
Scope and Contents
Four letters from Forder, with three copies of related letters sent by representatives of the Board of Longitude. Also, a plan by Forder for his improvement of timepieces.
Dates
- Creation: 1810-06-09
Creator
- Board of Longitude (Organization)
Conditions Governing Access
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Extent
1 folio(s) (1 folio) : Paper
Language of Materials
English
Originator(s)
Board of Longitude
Original geographic information
London [destination]
Original geographic information
London [origination]
Finding aid date
2012-08-15 12:04:41+00:00
Subject
- Forder, William, fl1810 (purser Royal Navy) (Recipient, Person)
Repository Details
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