George D. White papers, 1846-1867
Collection context
- Creator:
- White, George D
- Extent:
- 0.5 linear feet 1 box
- Language:
- English .
- Scope and content:
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Typescript copies of letters from White to his wife; and other family letters, accounts, etc. Copied from originals in the possession of Robert H. White, Dr. White's grandson. The copies were made as part of the Historical Records Survey. The ribbon copies have been editied with footnotes explanatory of certain points in the letters, and attached to the ribbon copy is a brief extract of the letter's content. Besides the original ribbon copy there are some carbons included
- Biographical / historical:
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Surgeon in the Confederate army.
Access and use
- Restrictions:
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This collection is located off-site.
- Terms of access:
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No photocopies or microfilm of this collection is permitted.
Permission to publish materials must be obtained in writing from the Librarian for Rare Books and Manuscripts.
- Preferred citation:
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Identification of specific item; Date (if known); George D. White papers; Box and Folder; Rare Book and Manuscript Library, Columbia University Library.
- 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