The National Geographic Society.

The article presents an exploration into the history of the National Geographic Society and its publication "National Geographic Magazine," from its creation in 1888 to 1942. The article describes the early years of the magazine and its patronage under that of the American entrepreneur Alexander Graham Bell, the growth of the Society itself, and the connections between the journal and the Society. Further discussion is given highlighting the accomplishments of the Society in propagating geographical knowledge and education through the journal and also in other outlets such as educational initiatives and public lecture series. Profiles of multiple geographical research projects and expeditions undertaken by the Society are also given.