International Geophysical Year

  • Reference
    • GB 133 JBA/IGY
  • Dates of Creation
    • 1952-1959
  • Physical Description
    • 30 items

Administrative / Biographical History

International Geophysical Year ran between 1 Jul 1957 and 31 December 1958. its purpose was to promote international scientific co-operation through various earth sciences projects. A number of polar sciences projects were part of the Year including the British research station Halley bay, in Antarctica.