The Fifty Years' Work of the Royal Geographical Society: A Journey of Discovery
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Language | : | English |
File size | : | 777 KB |
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Enhanced typesetting | : | Enabled |
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Print length | : | 269 pages |
The Royal Geographical Society (RGS) is one of the world's leading learned societies and a major force in the exploration and understanding of our planet. For over 150 years, the RGS has been at the forefront of geographical research, exploration, and education.
In 1893, the RGS published a two-volume work entitled The Fifty Years' Work of the Royal Geographical Society. This massive work provides a comprehensive overview of the Society's history, its expeditions, and its role in shaping the world we live in today.
The first volume of The Fifty Years' Work of the Royal Geographical Society is a detailed history of the Society, from its foundation in 1830 to its golden jubilee in 1880. The volume includes accounts of the Society's early expeditions, its role in the exploration of Africa, Asia, and the Americas, and its work in promoting geographical education.
The second volume of The Fifty Years' Work of the Royal Geographical Society is a collection of papers on a wide range of geographical topics, including exploration, surveying, cartography, and climatology. The volume also includes a number of maps and illustrations.
The Fifty Years' Work of the Royal Geographical Society is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of exploration, geography, or the Royal Geographical Society. The work is also a fascinating read for anyone who is interested in the history of the world we live in today.
The Royal Geographical Society's Expeditions
The Royal Geographical Society has sponsored and supported countless expeditions over the years. Some of the most famous of these expeditions include:
- The expedition of David Livingstone to explore the Zambezi River and Lake Nyasa (1858-1864)
- The expedition of Henry Morton Stanley to find David Livingstone (1871-1872)
- The expedition of Ernest Shackleton to the Antarctic (1907-1909)
- The expedition of Edmund Hillary and Tenzing Norgay to climb Mount Everest (1953)
- The expedition of Ranulph Fiennes to cross the Antarctic continent on foot (1992-1993)
These expeditions have made major contributions to our understanding of the world we live in. They have helped to map new lands, discover new species, and learn more about the history of our planet.
The Royal Geographical Society's Role in Shaping the World
The Royal Geographical Society has played a major role in shaping the world we live in today. The Society's expeditions have helped to open up new lands for exploration and settlement. The Society's research has helped to improve our understanding of the world's geography and climate. And the Society's educational programs have helped to inspire generations of explorers and scientists.
The Royal Geographical Society is a vital part of the world's scientific and educational community. The Society's work continues to make a difference in the world, and its legacy will continue to inspire generations to come.
The Fifty Years' Work of the Royal Geographical Society is a fascinating account of the Society's history, its expeditions, and its role in shaping the world we live in today. The work is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of exploration, geography, or the Royal Geographical Society.
To learn more about the Royal Geographical Society, please visit the Society's website at https://www.rgs.org/.
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Language | : | English |
File size | : | 777 KB |
Text-to-Speech | : | Enabled |
Screen Reader | : | Supported |
Enhanced typesetting | : | Enabled |
Word Wise | : | Enabled |
Print length | : | 269 pages |
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4.6 out of 5
Language | : | English |
File size | : | 777 KB |
Text-to-Speech | : | Enabled |
Screen Reader | : | Supported |
Enhanced typesetting | : | Enabled |
Word Wise | : | Enabled |
Print length | : | 269 pages |