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From:
George Biddell Airy
To:
Michael Faraday
Date:
23 August 1859
Source of text:
RGO 6/629, f.454
Summary:
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Contributor:
Faraday Project
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Received JH's 'Remarks on Colour-Blindness' [1859]. Describes lack of success in urging Army, Navy surgeons to continue GW's investigations. Comments on statistical distribution of color-blindness, hereditary factors, and safety implications for military and railroads. Reports specific cases among contemporaries. Asks JH's advice on seeking assistance from B.A.A.S.