Overview
The American Geographical Society (AGS) and the American Association of Geographers (AAG) are two distinct organizations that have been shaping the field of geography in the United States, with the AGS focusing on exploration and mapping, and the AAG emphasizing academic research and education, much like the National Geographic Society and the Royal Geographical Society, which have also played significant roles in advancing geographical knowledge, as discussed by notable geographers such as Carl Sauer and David Harvey, and featured in publications like the Journal of Geography and the Geographical Review, which are also referenced by organizations like the United States Geological Survey (USGS) and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA)