Identity area
Reference code
SEC
Title
ZSL Secretaries
Date(s)
- 1826-1975 (Creation)
Level of description
Fonds
Extent and medium
Context area
Name of creator
(1826-)
Administrative history
Founded in 1826, the Zoological Society of London (ZSL) is an international scientific, conservation and educational charity whose mission is to promote and achieve the worldwide conservation of animals and their habitats. It runs the Institute of Zoology, conservation projects in more than 50 countries, and two Zoos, ZSL London Zoo and ZSL Whipsnade Zoo
Repository
Archival history
Immediate source of acquisition or transfer
Content and structure area
Scope and content
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.
Appraisal, destruction and scheduling
Accruals
System of arrangement
Conditions of access and use area
Conditions governing access
Open