Identity area
Reference code
GB 235 FRG/1/1/1/1905/55
Title
Sketch map in pencil showing Forrest's escape route.
Date(s)
- 1905 (Creation)
Level of description
Item
Extent and medium
1 sheet
Context area
Name of creator
(1873-1932)
Biographical history
Born in Falkirk in 1873, George Forrest became one of Scotland's most prolific plant collectors, conducting seven expeditions in Yunnan province, S.W. China between 1904 and his death there in 1932.
Repository
Archival history
Immediate source of acquisition or transfer
Content and structure area
Scope and content
Sketch map in pencil showing Forrest's escape route from Tsekou [Cigu] on the 19th July to ~4th August at Yeh Chih [Yezhi]. The map was drawn by Forrest, presumably some time after the event, but is stored alongside the letter of the 10th October 1905, to which it relates. This may be an earlier version of the ink map (GB 235 FRG/1/1/1/1905/54).
Appraisal, destruction and scheduling
Accruals
System of arrangement
Conditions of access and use area
Conditions governing access
Conditions governing reproduction
Permission required from RBGE.
Language of material
- English
Script of material
Language and script notes
Physical characteristics and technical requirements
The map is in a fragile state, with tears occurring along historic fold lines; handle with care.