Royal Society [ Institutions / Clubs & Societies ]
… Image Frontispiece of Thomas Sprat's, 'The History of the Royal Society', The Met, New-York, 17.3.1475, 1667. Image Inventory of Robert Hooke’s belongings drawn up following his death, … Murray, 'Portrait of William Dampier', National Portrait Gallery, London, NPG 538, 1780. Résumé Founded in 1660, the Royal Society is the world’s oldest scientific institution. In the long eighteenth century, fellows dedicated themselves …
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