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Correspondence on leave, 1876 - 1910

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Reference Code: GBR/0180/RGO 7/4

Scope and Contents

Correspondence between the Admiralty and the Astronomer Royal concerning the latter's requests for leave of absence from the Royal Observatory. The letters relate to two Astronomers Royal: Sir George Airy and Sir William Christie. The papers include a summary of the leaves of absence taken by each Astronomer Royal.

Dates

  • 1876 - 1910

Conditions Governing Access

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Extent

1 bundle(s) (1 bundle)

Language of Materials

English

Former / Other Reference

A4

Finding aid date

2006-03-30 10:39:16+00:00

Includes index.

Creator

Repository Details

Part of the Cambridge University Library Repository

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