Helene Romanoff Papers, 1960-1963
Collection context
- Creator:
- Romanova, Elena Petrovna, kni︠a︡gini︠a︡, 1884-1962
- Extent:
- 27 items (27 items)
- Language:
- Russian .
- Scope and content:
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The collection primarily consists of her typescript memoirs (65 p.) which cover events from 1917 to her husband's death at the hands of the Bolsheviks. Also included is correspondence, and her obituary from a newspaper in Nice.
- Biographical / historical:
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Hʹelène Romanoff, duchess and daughter of King Peter I of Serbia, was married to Russian Grand Duke Ioann Konstantinovich.
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