Canadian ice distribution survey

Stefansson Mss-20

Collection

Identifier: Mss-20

This collection contains a survey of literature compiled by the Department of Mines and Technical Surveys, Ottawa for the purpose of extending knowledge of formation, extent, and movement of different types of floating ice and accompanying navigational difficulties. The survey is on approximately seven thousand 5 x 8 index cards, arranged numerically by geographic region. Each card gives the geographic location, bibliographic reference, and a quotation concerning the sightings of floating ice.

Dates

1951

Creator

Canadian Ice Distribution Survey (Organization)

Conditions Governing Access

Unrestricted.

Conditions Governing Use

Permission from Dartmouth College required for publication or reproduction.

Extent

3.5 linear ft. (7 boxes)

Additional Description

Overview

Survey of literature compiled by the Dept. of Mines and Technical Surveys, Ottawa for the purpose of extending knowledge of formation, extent, and movement of different types of floating ice and accompanying navigational difficulties.