From:
Edward Sabine
To:
Sir John Herschel
Date:
[31 August 1842]
Source of text:
RS:HS 15.146
Summary:
Asks JH to consult [C. F.] Gauss concerning magnetical instructions. [Charles] Wilkes made mistake in distinguishing Balleny's[?] Land from 'American discoveries.' This has caused dispute.
Contributor:
John Herschel Project