This collection includes the papers of AFIP Geographic Pathology Chief Binford, related to the Washington Society of Pathologists (1 box) and the International Academy of Pathology (6 boxes). The WSP was formed to promote the interest of pathology in DC, encourage demonstration of the clinical value of pathology, and promote the mutual exchange of knowledge between medical and scientific groups. Dr. Chapman Binford donated the WSP files, primarily covering the period from 1950 to 1957, to the museum in 1971. The concept of an international academy of pathology originated in 1906 when Dr. Maude Abbott, Major James Carroll, and Dr. W. G. MacCallum met at the Army Medical Museum in Washington, D.C. Shortly thereafter they formed an organizing committee to establish an International Association of Medical Museums. A letter of invitation was sent to the leading medical museums throughout the world requesting them to join in forming an international association. This let to the formal organization of the International Association of Medical Museums (IAMM). The first documented meeting was held in 1907. The name of the IAMM was changed in 1955 to the International Academy of Pathology (IAP). In 1969, a new Constitution and Bylaws formalized both the Divisional and International organization of the International Academy of Pathology. Divisions evolved in various countries throughout the world. Materials from each of the organizations named above include constitutions and by-laws for each organization, meeting schedules and proceedings, reports, educational materials including course records, correspondence, and membership lists. Materials cover the period from 1952 to 1964, and were donated by Binford in 1972. SEE ALSO the Earle Papers Related to the International Academy of Pathology.

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