Hi Louise,

Yes, his contribution to mapping cannot be understated. Dava Sobel's 
Longitude is one of my favorite books!

Best, Salim


On 4/3/2018 8:25 AM, Ratliff, Louise wrote:
>
> Hello all,
>
> Today Google celebrates the birthday of John Harrison, an English 
> woodworker turned clockmaker, whose timepieces enabled sailors to 
> accurately calculate their longitude.  Read on and learn about his 
> amazing innovations!
>
> Louise
>
> Louise Ratliff
>
> Social Sciences and Map Catalog Librarian
> UCLA Library Cataloging & Metadata Center
> BOX 957230, Life Science Bldg-Room 2400
> Los Angeles, CA 90095-7230
>
> (310)206-5853
>

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