Sun's observed right ascension, 1783 - 1796
File
Reference Code: GBR/0180/RGO 4/54
Scope and Contents
The Sun's observed right ascension in time and in arc and its deduced longitude as compared to Johann Mayer's tables, 1 January 1787 - 20 December 1796. The volume lists Maskelyne's assistants from 1783 to 1796.
Dates
- Creation: 1783 - 1796
Creator
- From the Series: Maskelyne, Nevil, 1732 - 1811 (astronomer and mathematician) (Person)
Conditions Governing Access
From the Management Group:
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Extent
1 volume(s) (1 volume)
Language of Materials
English
Former / Other Reference
A1/355
Finding aid date
2005-11-04 14:25:19+00:00
Includes index.
Subject
Repository Details
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Map Dept enquiries: maps@lib.cam.ac.uk
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