Longyearbyen was established as Longyear City in 1906 and was run by the Arctic Coal Company, an US-Norwegian company, for ten years. In 1916, the whole area including the established mining infrastructure, was sold to the Norwegian Store Norske Spitsbergen Kulkompani. The first coal mine, the “Ameraican Mine” is still visible above the church. There are many other witnesses of these old days, as for example this bench mark.
The Longyearbyen Field Guide
We are a group of scientists and Svalbardians who want to share our knowledge about the vicinity of Longyearbyen with you. This app is non-commercial and meant for locals, guides, tourists and everyone interested in science.
It is initially based on the book “The Geology of Longyearbyen” and supported by the Svalbard environmental protection fund, The University Centre in Svalbard, Store Norske Spitsbergen Kulkompani and HDpublish.
We appreciate all of the voluntary contributions and support from all authors and initiators for making this app possible.
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