The archives of Captain William McClean and Dr John Berry are two collections linked by their unique and internationally significant importance to the history of Scotland’s water resources. McClean's collection comprises some of the earliest hydrological data of its kind in the UK, and Berry's records outline the ecological challenges facing the North of Scotland Hydro-Electric Board as it sought to bring "Power to the Glens". This talk by Alasdair Bachell of the University of Dundee Archives, will explore these records, their significance in the history of Scottish hydropower, and their value for the future as we face the challenges of global climate change.
Doors open from 12.30pm at the Glasite Hall on King Street. Please enter from the churchyard or the east side of the building (the lift is available from both sides but the accessible door is at the east entrance). You DO NOT need to bring a printed ticket.
Tea, coffee and biscuits will be available to purchase before the talk. Entry to the talks are free but if you would like to make a donation towards the hire of the hall, there will be a donations tin available.
If you need to cancel for any reason, please do so via Eventbrite or email us on archives@dundeecity.gov.uk.
For more information about the Friends of Dundee City Archives, or to join, please see their website: http://www.fdca.org.uk/.
