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Notes taken at the discovery of Mr Harrison's time-keeper, 1765

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Notes taken at the discovery of Mr Harrison's time-keeper
Notes taken at the discovery of Mr Harrison's time-keeper

Scope and Contents

Observations on the workings of John Harrison's time-keeper, in two parts.

Dates

  • Creation: 1765

Creator

Conditions Governing Access

From the Management Group:

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Extent

1 envelope(s) (1 envelope (7 ff.)) : paper

Language of Materials

English

Former / Other Reference

A2/421A

Bibliography

The notes are found in a somewhat modified form in E.G. Forbes, 'The Principles of Mr Harrison's Time-keeper' (London, 1767).

Originator(s)

Maskelyne, Nevil

Finding aid date

2005-11-07 09:42:58+00:00

Includes index.

Repository Details

Part of the Cambridge University Library Repository

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