Nadejda Mutual Aid Society / Nadejda Volunteer Aid Society Records, 1945-1968
Collection context
- Creator:
- Nadejda Mutual Aid Society and Nadejda Volunteer Aid Society
- Extent:
- 1500 items 3 boxes
- Language:
- English .
- Scope and content:
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The collection contains correspondence, manuscripts, a subject file, minutes of meetings, membership applications, addresses, membership records, financial records and printed materials, all relating to the Society. Cataloged correspondents include Mark Aldanov, Mikhail Karpovich, George Fedotov, and other.
- Biographical / historical:
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An emigre organization established in 1945 in New York, which after 1956 became known as the Nadejda Volunteer Aid Society, Inc. The organization was active in giving financial support to its members and in organizing cultural activities until its demise in 1968.
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