| RefNo | MS/257/1/48 |
| AltRefNo | Sa.48 |
| Level | Item |
| Title | Letter from Horatio Nelson Atkinson, Eastbourne to Edward Sabine |
| Description | Atkinson received a letter from Captain Smith, that he is sending to Sabine [not enclosed]. Atkinson recently placed one of his sons in Greenwich school, and explained the plan [for obtaining various variations of the compass] to Mr Campbell (one of the mathematical masters). Atkinson discusses measuring variations from Captain Basil Halls and Mr Riddle. Atkinson asks to see Sabine. |
| Extent | 2p |
| Format | Manuscript |
| PhysicalDescription | Ink on paper |
| AccessStatus | Open |
Fellows associated with this archive
| Code | PersonName | Dates |
| NA8279 | Sabine; Sir; Edward (1788 - 1883) | 1788 - 1883 |