Observations at Dusky Bay in New Zealand, 1773-04-02 - 1773-04-25
Scope and Contents
These include daily observations; observations of distances; observations for the variation of the compass; observations for the dip of the needle; observations on the tides; observations for the going of the clock; observations of the rates of the two watches; and observations for the latitude of Dusky Bay.
Dates
- Creation: 1773-04-02 - 1773-04-25
Creator
- From the File: Wales, William, 1734 - 1798 (astronomer and mathematician) (Person)
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Extent
4 folio(s) (4 ff.) : Paper
Language of Materials
English
Original geographic information
Dusky Sound [subject]
Original geographic information
New Zealand [subject]
Finding aid date
2012-07-09 15:12:46+00:00
Geographic
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