Lisbon Geographic Society
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The Lisbon Geographic Society (Portuguese: Sociedade de Geografia de Lisboa) is a Portuguese scientific society created in Lisbon in the year of 1875, aiming to "promote and assist the study and progress of geography and related sciences in Portugal."
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Formation | November 10, 1875; 148 years ago (1875-11-10) |
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Type | Learned society |
Headquarters | Rua das Portas de Santo Antão, 100 1150-269 Lisboa, Portugal |
President | Luís Aires Barros |
Website | www |
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The Society was created in the context of the European movement of exploration and colonization, having its activity particular emphasis in the exploration of the African Continent.[1]