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Reference numberHS/4/117
LevelItem
TitleCopy of letter from, William Radcliffe Birt to John Lee
CreatorRadcliffe Birt; William (1804-1881); astronomer; meteorologist
Date[24 July 1847]
DescriptionIncomplete copy of a letter. Birt is of the opinion greater efforts should be made for the advancement of science and remarks the British Association have given a 'systemic direction' to many branches of science. The advancement of meteorology will mainly depend on observations at different points on the earth's surface.
LanguageEnglish
Extent12pp
FormatManuscript
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Access statusOpen
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CodeNameDates
NA7536Lee; John (1783 - 1866)1783 - 1866
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