Map of the Norfolk Islands, 1774-10
Scope and Contents
Discovered by Captain Cook in the Resolution, on Monday, October 16, 1774. The map shows the course of the Resolution and the depth in fathoms at various locations. The latitude and east and west longitude from Greenwich are indicated in the border. Signed by William Wales.
Dates
- Creation: 1774-10
Creator
- From the File: Wales, William, 1734 - 1798 (astronomer and mathematician) (Person)
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Extent
1 folio(s) (1 folio) : Paper
Language of Materials
English
Original geographic information
Norfolk Island [subject]
Finding aid date
2012-05-09 17:46:56+00:00
Geographic
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