Episode 2 of 3
Newcastle Announcement
- When
- 3 November 1815
- Where
- Newcastle
Davy's private letter describing safety lamp findings was made public at a Newcastle meeting on 3 November 1815.
A letter from Davy, originally intended to be kept private, described his findings and suggestions for a safety lamp. This letter was made public at a meeting in Newcastle on 3 November 1815, preceding the formal presentation to the Royal Society.
Sources
- Davy lamp Wikipedia, revision of 2026-09-02
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