Tanna
Subject
Subject Source: Local sources
Found in 2 Collections and/or Records:
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Map of Tanna Harbour [Vanuatu], 1774-08
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Reference Code: GBR/0180/RGO 14/58: 120a
Scope and Contents
The map shows soundings in the harbour and the locations of dry rocks at low water, rocks with sounds on them, a watering place, and the observatory. A reference table and a compass arrow are provided, along with latitude, longitude and variations. A note records that the soundings came from Mr Smith; signed by William Wales.
Dates:
1774-08
Conditions Governing Access:
From the Management Group:
Unless restrictions apply, the collection is open for consultation by researchers using the Manuscripts Reading Room at Cambridge University Library. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).
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Observations at the Island of Tanna [Vanuatu], 1774-08-06 - 1774-08-19
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Reference Code: GBR/0180/RGO 14/59/2: 16
Scope and Contents
These include daily observations; observations for the variation; observations for the dip of the needle’s south end; lunar observations; observations on the tides; observations for the going of Mr Kendall’s watch; and observations for the latitude of the place.
Dates:
1774-08-06 - 1774-08-19
Conditions Governing Access:
From the Management Group:
Unless restrictions apply, the collection is open for consultation by researchers using the Manuscripts Reading Room at Cambridge University Library. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).