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Longitude

In Our Time

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The Longitude Legacy: Navigating Innovation

This chapter explores Neville Maskelyne's significant contributions to maritime navigation and the advancements in longitude measurement techniques. It delves into the technological innovations surrounding chronometers and navigational instruments, highlighting the collaboration between artisans and the effects of the Industrial Revolution. The discussion culminates in the exploration of how these developments shaped imperial expansion, trade, and the establishment of Greenwich as the prime meridian.

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