Letter from Edward Massey to Captain Thomas Hurd, 1818-02-14
Scope and Contents
Concerning his preparation of chronometers for trial on the forthcoming 'Northern voyage'. Massey explains that he had been preparing two chronometers for the voyage but that they would not be ready on time. He offers his first chronometer for trial, requesting however that should it fail the results not be made public, as it was still under development.
Dates
- Creation: 1818-02-14
Creator
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Extent
2 folio(s) (2 ff.) : Paper
Language of Materials
English
Originator(s)
Massey, Edward
Original geographic information
Coventry [origination]
Original geographic information
London [destination]
Finding aid date
2012-06-12 17:16:02+00:00
Subject
- Hurd, Thomas, ?1747 - 1823 (Captain, hydrographer) (Recipient, Person)
Repository Details
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