Ordnance Survey historical photographs.

The collection begins in the 1860's when photography was introduced as a means of speeding up map production. OS also began to photograph its own staff, not only the most senior officials, but more humble soldiers and civilian staff too.

Theme

Ordnance Survey history

Date Range

1860s to 1960s

Number of Images

2000

Number on Timepix

35

Source

Ordnance Survey

Owner

Ordnance Survey

Publisher

Timepix Ltd

Spatial Coverage Description

UK

Keywords

Ordnance Survey, surveying, cartography, printing, photography, science, triangulation, base measurement, bilby tower, man, men, soldiers, map, mountains, triangulation pillars, theodolite, level, sketching case, tripod, landscapes

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