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[Collection of folded, uncorrected paper proofs of 1970s to late 1980s era 1:25,000 scale Second Series, Pathfinder and Outdoor Leisure series maps. See also DA_414/5], 1976-05 - 1999-07

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Reference Code: GBR/3296/Maps/CCSA.DA_413

Scope and Contents

"Up until about 1990 printed paper 'proof' copies of Pathfinder & Outdoor Leisure maps (for both new and 'revised' editions) arose when the map components were nearing completion. These copies were taken off in very limited quantities, stamped as 'Proof' and distributed to relevant 'authorities' ... for comment" [Source: 9 July 1999 letter at DA_413/1_1].

Dates

  • Creation: 1976-05 - 1999-07

Conditions Governing Access

From the Collection:

The Charles Close Society Archives is available for consultation by researchers in the Map Room at Cambridge University Library. Appointments for access should be made in advance by contacting the Head of the Map Department, Anne Taylor (maps@lib.cam.ac.uk). Further contact details and Map Room opening hours can be found at https://www.lib.cam.ac.uk/collections/departments/maps/map-department-contact-details. Anyone wishing to use the collection must first acquire a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket, see https://www.lib.cam.ac.uk/using-library/your-library-membership Members of the Charles Close Society wishing to consult the Charles Close Society Archives will not be charged for a ticket on production of their current CCS membership card and providing that they have first contacted Anne Taylor who will support their application.

Extent

247 item(s) (247 maps) : Paper

2 item(s) (2 letters)

Language of Materials

English

Immediate Source of Acquisition

David Archer, December 2011.

Finding aid date

2011-12-20 10:13:57+00:00

Repository Details

Part of the Cambridge University Library Repository

Contact:
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