British Antarctic Oral History Project
Capturing the reminiscences and memories of those involved in British polar science
I manage the Archives Service, which includes the archives and records management functions with BAS. I’m also the Freedom of Information Officer, so deal with requests for information under Freedom of Information and Data Protection legislation, and Environmental Information Regulations.
Capturing the reminiscences and memories of those involved in British polar science
February 2019 marks the 75th anniversary of the origins of British Antarctic Survey, which began when the secret wartime mission “Operation Tabarin” arrived in Antarctica and set up base. This was the start of a permanent UK scientific presence in Antarctica.
A collection of reports and photos from the British Antarctic Survey (BAS), documenting the UK’s leading role in the modern era of Antarctic exploration, is being inscribed onto UNESCO’s UK […]