in someones head.......{john harrisson}
England in 1735
The chronometer was invented in the year 1761. The chronometer was actually invented by John Harrison in 1735. It was 1761 that he finally got it up to the standards that were accepted by the British Navy.
John Harrison is credited with inventing the first marine chronometer in the mid-18th century. His invention greatly improved navigation at sea by providing an accurate way to determine longitude.
The chronometer was invented by John Harrison, an English clockmaker, in the 18th century. His innovative design allowed for accurate timekeeping at sea, revolutionizing navigation.
"Chronometer" is a noun.
Longitude because you needed a chronometer and it hadn't been invented yet.
Chronometer Chronometer
John Harrison, the English watchmaker. He was rewarded by an act of parliament as this was in a sense, a Defence) contract useful to the Navy.
she frequently referred to use a clock as a chronometer Meaning chronometer is a more accurate word for "clock" :)
A chronometer is a watch that is designed for the highest amount of precision and accuracy. The time on a chronometer watch is almost always accurate.
She frequently referred to any clock as a chronometer .
Long before GPS, an accurate chronometer was needed to help a ship determine Longitude.