"Growth and Age in the Giant Tortoise," t.s. incomplete, circa 1930
File — Box: 4, Folder: 13
Scope and Contents
From the Series:
This series includes material related to Townsend’s management of the Aquarium as well as his plans for improving the exhibits and Aquarium as a whole. The Subject Files also include material related to species and areas of conservation that he worked on, namely fur seals and Galapagos tortoises. Material in Sub-series 2D: Fur Seal Controversy relates to the aftermath of Townsend’s role as an arbitrator for the U.S. at The Hague.
Dates
- Majority of material found within circa 1930
Conditions Governing Access
Please contact the WCS Archives regarding possible access restrictions.
Extent
From the Fonds: 6.8 Linear Feet (17 Hollinger boxes)
From the Fonds: 3.5 Cubic Feet (7 flat boxes)
Language of Materials
From the Series: English
Creator
- From the Fonds: Townsend, Charles Haskins, 1859-1944 (Person)
Repository Details
Part of the Wildlife Conservation Society Archives Repository