Episode 4 of 4
Start of Surveying Operations
- When
- 1816
- Where
- New York City
Actual surveying work began in 1816 near New York City, marking the first operational phase of the agency.
The Survey finally commenced surveying operations in 1816. Hassler started work in the vicinity of New York City. This development occurred nearly a decade after the agency's legislative establishment, following the resolution of international conflicts and the return of key personnel.
Sources
- United States Coast and Geodetic Survey Wikipedia, revision of 2026-08-09
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