Greenwich time and the discovery of the longitude
Greenwich time and the discovery of the longitude1980
About this book
Traces the astronomical, navigational, and timekeeping advances that led to the development of Greenwich time, the concept of longitude, and the designation of Greenwich as the prime meridian.
Details
- First published
- 1980
- OL Work ID
- OL2758970W
Subjects
LongitudeRoyal Greenwich ObservatoryTimeSystems and standardsHistoryTijdmetingGreenwichTempsWeltzeitGeschichteRoyal Greenwich Observatory GreenwichSystemes et normes