



l.l 





DECKS LOADED and holds filled for an extended cruise in trop- 

 ical waters, the Velero III is shown dockside about to cast off on 

 a voyage of scientific exploration. Western coast lines of the 

 Americas and their offshore islands are familiar sights to mem- 

 bers of the expeditions. Each voyage is carefully organized to 

 achieve m.aximum results for scientific institutions. 



"5 



