Curvature of the Earth
Title

Curvature of the Earth

Caption

Curvature of the Earth. Left: because of curvature, M cannot be seen by ship at B, but can be from ship at C. Right: Man at C cannot see ship as far off as if he were on top of tower, D. Engraving of 1764

Date

1764

Credit line

Photo12/Ann Ronan Picture Library

Reference

ARP07100_390004142

License type

Rights managed

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