William Linn Westermann papers, 1918-1954
Collection context
- Creator:
- Westermann, William Linn, 1873-1954
- Extent:
- 21 boxes 21 boxes
- Language:
- English .
- Scope and content:
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Correspondence and papers of Westermann. The correspondence relates to his teaching activities, lectureships, publications, and the various professional organizations, and institutes with which he was associated. The collection also contains his notes and typescripts for his lectures, articles, and other writings.
- Biographical / historical:
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Professor of history at Columbia University, 1923-1948, specialist in the history and politics of the Near and Middle East.
Access and use
- Restrictions:
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This collection is located off-site. You will need to request this material at least three business days in advance to use the collection in the Rare Book and Manuscript Library reading room.
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.
Columbia University owns the literary rights for this collection (see letters from Carol Westermann to Jean Ashton 8/31/2003).
- Preferred citation:
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Identification of specific item; Date (if known); William Linn Westermann 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