Amadeo Peter Giannini papers, 1943-1955
Collection context
- Creator:
- Giannini, Amadeo Peter, 1870-1949
- Abstract:
- Papers contain unpublished and unknown correspondence from A.P. Giannini to Secretary of the Treasury, John W. Snyder. A.P. Giannini was known as "the father of modern consumer banking" and was founder and president of Bank of America. The letters demonstrate his influence on the financial policies of the US government. The materials in the collection date from 1943-1955.
- Extent:
- .21 linear feet (1 half-size document box)
- Language:
- English .
- Scope and content:
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Papers contain unpublished and unknown correspondence from A.P. Giannini to Secretary of the Treasury, John W. Snyder. The letters demonstrate his influence on the financial policies of the US government. The materials in the collection date from 1943-1955. Also included are two annual reports from Bank of America.
- Biographical / historical:
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Amadeo Peter Giannini, also known as A.P. Giannini, was an American banker who founded Bank of America.
Access and use
- Restrictions:
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This collection is located on-site.
This collection has no restrictions.
- Terms of access:
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Reproductions may be made for research purposes. The RBML maintains ownership of the physical material only. Copyright remains with the creator and his/her heirs. The responsibility to secure copyright permission rests with the patron.
- Preferred citation:
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Identification of specific item; Date (if known); Amadeo Peter Giannini Papers; Box and Folder; Rare Book and Manuscript Library, Columbia University Library.
- Location of this collection:
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- Contact:
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