Admiralty Manual For Ascertaining And Applying The Deviations Of The Compass Caused By The Iron In A Ship

By Bern Dibner

This is a detailed manual from the British Admiralty providing instructions for determining and compensating for compass deviations caused by iron in ships. "Admiralty Manual For Ascertaining And Applying The Deviations Of The Compass Caused By The Iron In A Ship" offers insight into 19th-century navigation techniques and technologies. It remains a valuable resource for historians, nautical enthusiasts, and anyone interested in the science of magnetic compass correction. The manual covers practical methods for observing deviations and applying corrections to ensure accurate navigation.

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• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1245705571
• ISBN13: 9781245705578
• Release Date: September 2011
• Publisher: Nabu Press
• Length: 198 Pages
• Weight: 0.63 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.1" x 9.2"