Operation Tabarin 80th Anniversary
Explore the story of Operation Tabarin through the British Antarctic Survey Archives
History
For 60 years the British Antarctic Survey (BAS) has been responsible for most of the UK’s scientific research in Antarctica. BAS has its roots in Operation Tabarin, a secret World War Two mission with a dual scientific role. Our history is preserved by the BAS Archives Service, which manages and provides access to records created by BAS and its predecessors – the Falkland Islands Dependencies Survey and Tabarin.
History of the British Antarctic Survey
Over 60 years of Antarctic science and exploration
History of British stations and refuges
Find out about the history of our research stations from 1944 to the present-day
History of BAS ships
Ice-strengthened ships have been a cornerstone of our polar operations since 1943
Operation Tabarin overview
A secret World War Two mission established the UK’s first research stations in Antarctica
Antarctic heritage
Learn about the organisations that promote Antarctic heritage
British Antarctic Oral History Project
Capturing the reminiscences and memories of those involved in British polar science
Conservation of historic British bases in Antarctica
Preserving Antarctic sites and monuments of historical significance
Archives Service
Preserving and providing access to records produced by the British Antarctic Survey