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gptkbp:instance_of
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gptkb:Mathematician
gptkb:astronomy
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gptkbp:affiliation
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gptkb:Greenwich_Observatory
gptkb:Royal_Greenwich_Observatory
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gptkbp:alma_mater
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gptkb:University_of_Cambridge
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gptkbp:associated_with
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gptkb:Royal_Society
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gptkbp:awards
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gptkb:Copley_Medal
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gptkbp:born
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October 6, 1732
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gptkbp:child
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gptkb:Neal_Maskelyne
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gptkbp:contribution
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advancements in timekeeping
lunar observations
development of the Nautical Almanac
refinement of astronomical tables
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gptkbp:died
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February 9, 1811
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gptkbp:field
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gptkb:astronomy
gptkb:navigation
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gptkbp:field_of_study
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celestial mechanics
geodesy
spherical astronomy
geophysics
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https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label
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Nevil Maskelyne
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gptkbp:influenced
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gptkb:John_Herschel
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gptkbp:influenced_by
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gptkb:Isaac_Newton
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gptkbp:invention
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gptkb:the_reflecting_telescope
the zenith sector
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gptkbp:known_for
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improvements in lunar distance method
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gptkbp:legacy
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established standards for astronomical observations
contributed to the accuracy of maritime navigation
influenced modern navigation techniques
pioneered methods for determining longitude at sea
promoted the importance of precise timekeeping
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gptkbp:nationality
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gptkb:British
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gptkbp:notable_event
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appointed Astronomer Royal in 1765
conducted lunar distance experiments
published The British Mariner's Guide in 1767
served as a member of the Board of Longitude
participated in the establishment of the Royal Observatory, Greenwich
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gptkbp:notable_work
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gptkb:The_British_Mariner's_Guide
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gptkbp:position_held
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gptkb:Astronomer_Royal
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gptkbp:spouse
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gptkb:Mary_Maskelyne
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gptkbp:bfsParent
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gptkb:The_Royal_Observatory,_Greenwich
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gptkbp:bfsLayer
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