Aleksandr Naumovich Zak Papers, 1917-1952
Collection context
- Creator:
- Sack, Alexander N (Alexander Nahum), 1890-1955 and Kennan, George Frost, 1904-
- Extent:
- 1 Linear Feet ca.1500 items, 7 boxes
- Language:
- Russian .
- Scope and content:
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Correspondence, manuscripts, a document, subject files and printed materials of Sack. The collection chiefly concerns American claims against Soviet Russia, and the currency of Estonia and other successor states. The collection contains a 1928 document signed by George F. Kennan. The manuscripts include essays and memoranda concerning currency exchange, tax laws and a number of American court cases involving financial affairs immediately after the 1917 revolution. There are subject files relating to diplomatic claims concerning debts, and the Soviet-Estonian peace conference of 1920. Among the printed materials are clippings and various American statutes and laws.
- Biographical / historical:
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Sack, i.e. Aleksandr Naumovich Zak, was a Russian lawyer who came to New York after the 1917 revolution.
Access and use
- Restrictions:
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This collection is located on-site.
- Location of this collection:
- Before you visit:
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- Contact:
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