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Kenya letters, 1934 - 1935

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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/RCMS 362/1/2

Scope and Contents

A series of letters from Lanning to his mother and uncle describing his move to a new job at Kitale Stores in Kakamega. Lanning discusses work at the store and its customers among the European community. He reports upon his friends and social life, travels within the region, and reaction to the Italian invasion of Abyssinia [Ethiopia]. Circa 100 sheets.

Dates

  • Creation: 1934 - 1935

Conditions Governing Access

From the Fonds:

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Extent

1 file(s) (1 file) : paper

Language of Materials

English

Physical Characteristics and Technical Requirements

fair condition

Finding aid date

2014-05-19 15:55:19+00:00

Includes index.

Repository Details

Part of the Cambridge University Library Repository

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