Vladimir Vostokov Manuscripts, 1945-1953

Collection context

Creator:
Vostokov, Vladimir Ignatʹevich, 1868-1957
Extent:
16 items (1 box)
Language:
Russian .
Scope and content:

Manuscripts of Vostokov. Following the 1917 revolution, Vostokov served as a chaplain for the White Army, and was later sent abroad by General Wrangel because he was preaching that the Jews were responsible for the revolution. The manuscripts in the collection are chiefly memoirs and pertain not only to the revolution and Civil War, but to a number of important church figures as well. The printed materials consist of two copies of Vostokov's pamphlet"Rozy i shipy" (San Francisco, 1953).

Biographical / historical:

Orthodox priest and writer who was exiled to Kolomna from 1913 to 1916 for his outspoken views against Rasputin.

Access and use

Restrictions:

This collection is located on-site.

Location of this collection:
6th Floor East Butler Library
535 West 114th Street
New York, NY 10027, USA
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:
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