Aleksandr Nikolaevich Gasler Papers, 1917-1963
Collection context
- Creator:
- Gasler, Aleksandr Nikolaevich, 1880-approximately 1965
- Extent:
- 36 items 2 boxes
- Language:
- Russian .
- Scope and content:
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The collection consists primarily of Gasler's 26-part manuscript memoirs (ca. 1,350 p.), which discuss his family, his military career, World War I, the emigration in France, and interwar Latvia. The collection also includes Gasler's service record and passport, several postcards, and several clippings.
- Biographical / historical:
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Colonel on the Russian Army's general staff during WWI.
Access and use
- Restrictions:
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This collection is located on-site.
- Location of this collection:
- Before you visit:
- Researchers interested in viewing materials in the RBML reading room must must book an appointment at least 7 days in advance. To make the most of your visit, be sure to request your desired materials before booking your appointment, as researchers are limited to 5 items per day.
- Contact:
- rbml@library.columbia.edu