Did Harrison gain support from the Longitude Board for his designs?
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Yes, Harrison did gain support from the Longitude Board for his designs. The board was established in 1714 with the goal of finding a way to accurately determine longitude at sea. Harrison proposed a new design for a marine chronometer, which was a clock that could keep accurate time at sea. The board supported his work and provided him with funding to build several prototypes.
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