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The Sultan of Zanzibar, 1930 - 1964

 Item
Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y304Q/6/1/11/39

Scope and Contents

150 x 205 mm. The caption continues: 'The Sultan of Zanzibar, an enlitend (enlightened?) ruler, has allowed photographs to be taken of his wife, his son, his home and of religious celebrations which have been unprocurable hitherto. Picture shows: His Highness Khalifa 11, the Sultan of Zanzibar photographed in the Baraza or main reception room of the palace, a long narrow room lined with gilt mirrors and furnished with gilt couches upholstered in scarlet plush.'

Dates

  • Creation: 1930 - 1964

Creator

Conditions Governing Access

From the Fonds:

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Language of Materials

English

Physical Characteristics and Technical Requirements

Fair condition.

General

WS.

Finding aid date

2006-05-30 12:21:38+00:00

Includes index.

Repository Details

Part of the Cambridge University Library Repository

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