Ellison family papers, 1733-1782
Collection context
- Creator:
- Ellison Family
- Extent:
- 1 volume (1 volume (70 Items))
- Language:
- English .
- Scope and content:
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Fifty-four letters of and pertaining to members of the Ellison family, chiefly those of Colonel Robert Ellison to his brother Henry Ellison dealing with the former's military activities abroad and in America, 1733-1748, and the letters of Henry to his sons, Henry and Robert, mostly treating the political news of the day in England, 1759-1774. Also the diary of Robert, son of Henry, and various documents.
- Biographical / historical:
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The Ellison family includes Robert Ellison (1710-1755), his brother Henry Ellison (1700-1775), and Henry's sons Henry and Robert.
Access and use
- Restrictions:
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This collection is located on-site.
This collection has no restrictions.
- Terms of access:
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Reproductions may be made for research purposes. The RBML maintains ownership of the physical material only. Copyright remains with the creator and his/her heirs. The responsibility to secure copyright permission rests with the patron.
- Preferred citation:
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Identification of specific item; Date (if known); Ellison family papers; Box and Folder; Rare Book and Manuscript Library, Columbia University Library.
- Location of this collection:
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- Contact:
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