Did Harrison invent the marine chronometer on his own?
Yes
No
With His Son
With His Brother
Answer
John Harrison did invent the marine chronometer on his own. He spent over 40 years of his life working on the invention, and he was finally able to create a chronometer that was accurate enough to be used for navigation at sea. His invention was a major breakthrough in navigation, and it helped to make long sea voyages much safer.
Time and Triumph: The John Harrison Quiz
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