On 04 May 1675, King Charles II of England issued a royal warrant
establishing the Royal Observatory in Greenwich. This observatory was
primarily intended to advance the field of astronomy and improve
navigation at sea. John Flamsteed was appointed as the first Astronomer
Royal, tasked with the responsibility of accurately mapping the stars
and maintaining precise astronomical records. The Royal Observatory at
Greenwich played a crucial role in the development of celestial
navigation, enabling sailors to determine their position accurately at
sea by using the stars. Today, the site is famous for being the location
of the Prime Meridian, marking the starting point of longitude and
serving as a major tourist attraction and center for scientific
research.
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