Observations at Queen Charlotte Sound in New Zealand, 1773-11-05 - 1773-11-22
Scope and Contents
These include daily observations; observations of distances; observations for the latitude of Queen Charlotte Sound; observations on the tides; observations for the variation of the compass; observations for the dip of the magnetic needle; observations for the going of the clock; and observations for the going of Mr Kendall’s watch.
Dates
- Creation: 1773-11-05 - 1773-11-22
Creator
- From the File: Wales, William, 1734 - 1798 (astronomer and mathematician) (Person)
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Extent
3 folio(s) (3 ff.) : Paper
Language of Materials
English
Original geographic information
New Zealand [subject]
Original geographic information
Queen Charlotte Sound [subject]
Finding aid date
2012-07-09 15:56:11+00:00
Subject
Geographic
Repository Details
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