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"Concerning the Shark," t.s., circa 1929

 File — Box: 6, Folder: 3

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 1929

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

Repository Details

Part of the Wildlife Conservation Society Archives Repository

Contact:
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