The VIII International Geology Congress, Paris 1900.

Abstract

France wanted to be the world centre of science and culture at the time of the Universal World Exhibition in 1900 and therefore welcomed several international congresses to Paris that year, including the VIII International Geological Congress. Some of the participants and organisers of this meeting are described and the participants and contributions are analysed by country. Topics in physical geography, tectonics and mineral deposits attracted particular attention. The main Congress themes are described and details of the numerous field excursions are also provided. No major scientific advances occurred as a result of the Congress but it provided the opportunity for valuable exchanges of information and ideas and impetus to several fields