Russkii Natsional'nyi Komitet Records, 1917-1960
Collection context
- Creator:
- Russkīĭ nat︠s︡īonalʹnyĭ komitet (France)
- Extent:
- 32000 items 85 boxes
- Language:
- Russian .
- Scope and content:
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The collection contains RNK correspondence, documents, photographs, subject files, organizational records and printed materials. There are letters from Boris Bakhmeteff, Pavel and Petr Dolgorukov, Zinaida Gippius, Aleksandr Kutepov, Dmitrii Merezhovskii, Bernard Pares, Ariadna Tyrkova-Williams, George Vernadsky, and Petr Vrangel. There is a short essay by Aleksandra Tolstaia about her father. The manuscripts relate to political, historical and sociological issues. Most of the subject files relate to emigre organizations other than the RNK, while those of the RNK are classified into files of financial records, bulletins, minutes and lists of names and addresses. Among the printed materials are brochures and pamphlets, clippings, newspapers, and books.
- Biographical / historical:
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The Russkii Natsional'nyi Komitet (RNK, i.e. Russian National Committee) was a Paris-based emigre political organization. Anton Vladimirovich Kartashev and Mikhail Mikhailovich Fedorov were leading figures in the organization, and much of the collection relates to their activities.
Access and use
- Restrictions:
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Boxes 1-5 are located on-site. Boxes 6 to 90 are located off-site. You will need to request this material at least three business days in advance to use the collection in the Rare Book and Manuscript Library Reading Room.
- 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