Letter of reference from George Biddell Airy, 17 August 1852.

Letter signed by G.B. Airy confirming that Gabriel Scott was employed as a supernumerary computer at the Royal Observatory, Greenwich, from 5 September 1851 to 17 August 1852. He also states that Scott was regular in attendance, well-conducted and useful as an assistant.

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ID:	AGC/A/5
Type:	Manuscript
Display location:	Not on display
Creator:	Airy, George Biddell
Date made:	1852-08-17; 1852
Credit:	National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London
Measurements:	1 letter
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Letter of reference from George Biddell Airy, 17 August 1852.

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