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William Cary

British instrument maker (1759-1825) · Scientists · Died at 66

William Cary was an English scientific-instrument maker. Trained under Jesse Ramsden, he produced numerous scientific instruments including mechanical calculators, measuring instruments, telescopes, microscopes, navigation and survey equipment.

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Scientists
Type
Scientist
Status
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Lived 1759 to 1825 · aged 66