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Records of press and marketing of London Zoo and Whipsnade Zoo, with press cuttings books

Letters and papers relating to the position of President at Zoological Society of London

Records relating to publications produced by ZSL

Reports both internal and externally published by the society.

Papers relating to members of the UK and foreign Royal, including visits to ZSL London and Whipsnade Zoos

Records relating to the Institute of Zoology and ZSL's scientific endeavours

Letters and papers relating to the position of Secretary at ZSL. In the past this position was responsible for the overall running of the Zoo(s), but in later years it has become an honorary position. The letters in particular show a breadth of correspondence between the society and people and organisations around the world.

Staff records of ZSL

The Superintendent reported directly to the Secretary of ZSL, and was in immediate control of the Menagerie at London Zoo through the Assistant Superintendent, was the superior officer of the Curators and Prosectorial staff, and in direct control of the works, stores, gatekeepers and gardening department. The post of Superintendent was abolished in 1953.

The Zoological Club, connected with ZSL, was founded in 1866 by HW Bates, WH Flower, TH Huxley, PL Sclater, and others. The Club met to dine at various restaurants, including the Cafe Royal, before basing itself at London Zoo from 1914.