Papers [microform]. 1873-1946.

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Papers [microform]. 1873-1946.

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The papers of William Christie, 8th Astronomer Royal at Greenwich. These include correspondence and Newspaper clippings relating to the Australian Observatories, particularly those in Perth, Sydney and Adelaide; material relating to preparations for Ernest Shackleton's British Antartic Expedition; the death of Sir Charles Todd.

2 microfilm reels : silver halide ; 35 mm.

Libraries Australia

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SNAC Resource ID: 7066814

Libraries Australia

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