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About JBS
Colonel John Blashford-Snell is one of the world's most renowned and highly respected explorers. He has mounted numerous expeditions over the past 50 years all over the world, concentrating on scientific research and community aid.
JBS supports and works with numerous charities working with underprivileged youth in the UK, as well as undertaking countless community aid projects in remote parts of the world.
In the 2019 New Year Honours list JBS was appointed a Commander of the Order of the British Empire (CBE) for services to scientific research abroad and to young people in the UK.
The Darien Breakthrough - 50 years of the Range Rover
The year 2020 is the 50th anniversary of the production of the Range Rover. Already articles commemorating the launching of this legendary vehicle have started to appear in the press. The first major test of this remarkable car was the epic British Trans-Americas Expedition. The aim was to focus attention on the need to complete the Pan-American Highway, at 17000miles, the longest road in the world.
JBS has prepared a fascinating lecture on this epic expedition. For more details please visit the Public Speaking page.
Future Expeditions
JBS has two expeditions coming up and more details can be found in Future Expeditions.
Bolivian Recce Expedition November/December 2020
JBS has been asked to assist the village of Tres Hermanos on the Beni River in Bolivia. Their primary school is in urgent need of refurbishment as well as a clean water supply put into operation.
Mongolian Expedition June/July 2021
A new three week scientific and community aid expedition in the Khan Khenth area of Mongolia is currently being planned.
The expedition will be carrying out community aid projects, giving dental and medical help to the local people and performing archaeological, biological and zoological tasks with Mongolian
scientists.
JBS YouTube Channel
JBS and the Scientific Exploration Society have released many of the expedition video films on YouTube.
The Channel can be found here. There is a great selection of videos under the 'Playlist' tab.
Please do click 'Subscribe' to stay updated as more videos will be added shortly.
If you are stuck at home during lockdown, there are some iincredible adventures to watch from the comfort of your armchair!
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As the Scientific Exploration Society Awards Presentation was unable to be held in person this year, an online event was held. The video of this event can be found on YouTube
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