A journal of the situation of HMS Providence at noon during her late voyage on discoveries, 1795-10-11 - 1797-05-16
Scope and Contents
As shown by the log, by Mr Earnshaw's three timekeepers, by Mr Arnold's two timekeepers, and also by lunar observations. The journal includes a summary of the latitudes and longitudes of 'most of the remarkable places seen in the voyage' [RGO 14/68: 145v].
Dates
- Creation: 1795-10-11 - 1797-05-16
Creator
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Extent
6 folio(s) (6 ff.) : Paper
Language of Materials
English
Originator(s)
Crosley, John
Original geographic information
Australia [subject]
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Brazil [subject]
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Hawaiian Islands [subject]
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Isle of Wight [subject]
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Japan [subject]
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Plymouth Sound [subject]
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Tasmania [subject]
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Tenerife [subject]
Finding aid date
2012-07-17 17:15:54+00:00
Subject
Repository Details
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