Paper on a new log invented by Francis Higginson, 1828
Item
Reference Code: GBR/0180/RGO 14/31: 273-285
Scope and Contents
In which Higginson outlines how the log was an improvement over existing instruments, and provides details of how to use it. Originally enclosed in the letter from Higginson to the Board at [RGO 14/31: 271-272]
Dates
- Creation: 1828
Creator
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Extent
13 folio(s) (13 ff.) : Paper
Language of Materials
English
Finding aid date
2012-06-11 12:21:51+00:00
Subject
- Board of Longitude (Recipient, Organization)
Repository Details
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