XII. Tahiti, Rarotonga, January 1934

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Abstract

The notebook and two maps document the geological work of H. S. Ladd in Tahiti and Rarotonga [Cook Islands], January 28, 1934. The volume begins with an index listing locations. The entry is dated, headed with location, and narrative in structure. It includes travel details, study of reefs, characteristics observed, and samples taken (with specimen numbers, e.g. TA#).

Date Range

1934

Start Date

Jan 28, 1934

End Date

Jan 28, 1934

Access Information

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Topic

  • Geology
  • Paleontology

Place

  • Rarotonga
  • Cook Islands
  • Tahiti
  • French Polynesia

Form/Genre

  • Fieldbook record
  • Field notes
  • Maps

Accession #

SIA Acc. 16-046

Collection name

Chalmer L. Cooper papers, c. 1932 - 1944

Physical Description

1 Field book

Physical Location

Smithsonian Institution Archives

Sublocation

Box 1 Folder 17