Africa (continent)
Subject
Subject Source: Local sources
Found in 20095 Collections and/or Records:
Item
Elephants in spruit north of Letaba, 1967-08
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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Marnham Y/31
Scope and Contents
[Letaba is in the Kruger National Park].
Dates:
1967-08
Conditions Governing Access:
From the Fonds:
Unless restrictions apply, the collection is open for consultation by researchers using the Manuscripts Reading Room at Cambridge University Library. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).
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Elephants in Wankie National Park, 1959 - 1967
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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y3052H/15
Scope and Contents
Showing a herd of elephants with young beside a waterhole.
Dates:
1959 - 1967
Conditions Governing Access:
From the Fonds:
Unless restrictions apply, the collection is open for consultation by researchers using the Manuscripts Reading Room at Cambridge University Library. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).
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'Elephants on the trek after a drink and a bath in a rainwater Vlei passing north through the central parts of the great South African Desert', 1874
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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/RCMS 191/55
Scope and Contents
The caption reads, 'Taken in 1874. This sketch gives a general view of that region. There is no part bare of grass which in some places grows to a height of 3 feet.'
Dates:
1874
Conditions Governing Access:
From the Fonds:
Unless restrictions apply, the collection is open for consultation by researchers using the Manuscripts Reading Room at Cambridge University Library. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).
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Elephants shot by F.J.J. and E.G. in Kavirdono. Ramazan and Sudi, gun-bearers, 1889-11-27
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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y30468K/37
Scope and Contents
156 x 113 mm. Showing the three dead elephants lying in a clearing of trampled grass with the gun bearers Ramazan and Sudi standing beside the animals holding elephant guns. The elephants were shot on the 26th and photographed on the 27th: ‘J and I saw 5 elephants standing in some v. tall grass, 30 more having left and got clean away… finally we bagged the 3, which was not bad out of 5… Started about 8 am with the Dr, who wanted to see the beast we shot yesterday. Got there after a hot walk...
Dates:
1889-11-27
Conditions Governing Access:
From the Fonds:
Unless restrictions apply, the collection is open for consultation by researchers using the Manuscripts Reading Room at Cambridge University Library. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).
Found in:
Cambridge University Library
/
Ernest Gedge Collection
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Elephants shot in Kavirondo, 1889-11-27
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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y30468K(LS)1/15
Scope and Contents
Showing the three dead elephants lying in a clearing of trampled grass with the gun bearers Ramazan and Sudi standing beside the animals holding elephant guns. The elephants were shot on the 26th and photographed on the 27th: ‘J and I saw 5 elephants standing in some v. tall grass, 30 more having left and got clean away… finally we bagged the 3, which was not bad out of 5… Started about 8 am with the Dr, who wanted to see the beast we shot yesterday. Got there after a hot walk of an hr and...
Dates:
1889-11-27
Conditions Governing Access:
From the Fonds:
Unless restrictions apply, the collection is open for consultation by researchers using the Manuscripts Reading Room at Cambridge University Library. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).
Fonds
'Eleven exciting years': typescript on the Cameroons
Fonds
Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/RCMS 141
Scope and Contents
Letters from Elizabeth O'Kelly in the Cameroons (224 pages), itinerary and diary notes (18 pages) and 23 black and white photographs. The document is a photocopy of the original 1965 typescript. Part one covers Buea, 1950-1952; part two covers Nsaw, Barenda Province, 1952-1961. There are accompanying notes, supplied by Miss O'Kelly, describing her career, assignments as a freelance consultant and publications.
Dates:
2002
Conditions Governing Access:
Unless restrictions apply, the collection is open for consultation by researchers using the Manuscripts Reading Room at Cambridge University Library. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).
Found in:
Cambridge University Library
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Elimo Njau of Makerere College, who designed five murals for the Fort Hall Memorial Church, 1957
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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/CMS/14/41
Scope and Contents
108 x 58 mm. glossy print with copy and 58 x 86 mm. negative.
Dates:
1957
Conditions Governing Access:
From the Fonds:
Unless restrictions apply, the collection is open for consultation by researchers using the Manuscripts Reading Room at Cambridge University Library. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).
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Elimo Njau with his sketches for the murals, 1957
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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/CMS/14/42
Scope and Contents
207 x 140 mm. glossy print.
Dates:
1957
Conditions Governing Access:
From the Fonds:
Unless restrictions apply, the collection is open for consultation by researchers using the Manuscripts Reading Room at Cambridge University Library. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).
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Elmina Castle, 1930 - 1947
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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y30448G/62
Scope and Contents
60 X 85 mm.
Dates:
1930 - 1947
Conditions Governing Access:
From the Fonds:
Y30448G/60, 86-114 and 118-19 are missing.
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Elmina Castle, Gold Coast [i.e. Ghana], 1924
Item
Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/PC Gold Coast/28
Scope and Contents
The caption on the reverse reads: 'Elmina Castle, Gold Coast. Elmina Castle is the finest and one of the most romantic forts on the Gold Coast. Built originally with materials brought from Europe in 1482 by Diego d'Azambuja, it was held in turn by the Portuguese and Dutch being finally transferred to the British in 1872'.
Dates:
1924
Conditions Governing Access:
From the Fonds:
Unless restrictions apply, the collection is open for consultation by researchers using the Manuscripts Reading Room at Cambridge University Library. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).
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Elmina : Fort St Jago, 1950 - 1969
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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y30448J/12
Scope and Contents
160 x 105 mm. View of the fort from Elmina Castle.
Dates:
1950 - 1969
Conditions Governing Access:
From the Fonds:
Unless restrictions apply, the collection is open for consultation by researchers using the Manuscripts Reading Room at Cambridge University Library. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).
Found in:
Cambridge University Library
/
Alan Rudwick collection
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Elmina : Fort St Jago, 1950 - 1969
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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y30448J/13
Scope and Contents
Closer view showing entrance steps and tower.
Dates:
1950 - 1969
Conditions Governing Access:
From the Fonds:
Unless restrictions apply, the collection is open for consultation by researchers using the Manuscripts Reading Room at Cambridge University Library. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).
Found in:
Cambridge University Library
/
Alan Rudwick collection
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Elmina : St George's Castle, 1950 - 1969
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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y30448J/3
Scope and Contents
General view showing the Gateway, drawbridge and moats from within the castle.
Dates:
1950 - 1969
Conditions Governing Access:
From the Fonds:
Unless restrictions apply, the collection is open for consultation by researchers using the Manuscripts Reading Room at Cambridge University Library. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).
Found in:
Cambridge University Library
/
Alan Rudwick collection
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Elmina : St George's Castle, 1950 - 1969
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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y30448J/4
Scope and Contents
Similar view, but with the round tower more clearly visible on the right.
Dates:
1950 - 1969
Conditions Governing Access:
From the Fonds:
Unless restrictions apply, the collection is open for consultation by researchers using the Manuscripts Reading Room at Cambridge University Library. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).
Found in:
Cambridge University Library
/
Alan Rudwick collection
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Elmina : St George's Castle, 1950 - 1969
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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y30448J/5
Scope and Contents
Dutch drawbridge and doorway viewed from outside the castle showing the round tower and colonnade.
Dates:
1950 - 1969
Conditions Governing Access:
From the Fonds:
Unless restrictions apply, the collection is open for consultation by researchers using the Manuscripts Reading Room at Cambridge University Library. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).
Found in:
Cambridge University Library
/
Alan Rudwick collection
Item
Elmina : St George's Castle, 1950 - 1969
Item
Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y30448J/6
Scope and Contents
Governor's quarters in the Great Court.
Dates:
1950 - 1969
Conditions Governing Access:
From the Fonds:
Unless restrictions apply, the collection is open for consultation by researchers using the Manuscripts Reading Room at Cambridge University Library. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).
Found in:
Cambridge University Library
/
Alan Rudwick collection
Item
Elmina : St George's Castle, 1950 - 1969
Item
Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y30448J/7
Scope and Contents
Dutch architecture, with staircase in the Great Court.
Dates:
1950 - 1969
Conditions Governing Access:
From the Fonds:
Unless restrictions apply, the collection is open for consultation by researchers using the Manuscripts Reading Room at Cambridge University Library. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).
Found in:
Cambridge University Library
/
Alan Rudwick collection
Item
Elmina : St George's Castle, 1950 - 1969
Item
Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y30448J/8
Scope and Contents
Dutch architecture of chapel with Portuguese round tower.
Dates:
1950 - 1969
Conditions Governing Access:
From the Fonds:
Unless restrictions apply, the collection is open for consultation by researchers using the Manuscripts Reading Room at Cambridge University Library. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).
Found in:
Cambridge University Library
/
Alan Rudwick collection
Item
Elmina : St George's Castle, 1950 - 1969
Item
Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y30448J/9
Scope and Contents
Portuguese architecture : arches in the inner court.
Dates:
1950 - 1969
Conditions Governing Access:
From the Fonds:
Unless restrictions apply, the collection is open for consultation by researchers using the Manuscripts Reading Room at Cambridge University Library. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).
Found in:
Cambridge University Library
/
Alan Rudwick collection
Item
Elmina : St George's Castle, 1950 - 1969
Item
Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y30448J/11
Scope and Contents
Market for sale of enslaved persons.
Dates:
1950 - 1969
Conditions Governing Access:
From the Fonds:
Unless restrictions apply, the collection is open for consultation by researchers using the Manuscripts Reading Room at Cambridge University Library. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).
Found in:
Cambridge University Library
/
Alan Rudwick collection
Item
Embankment Street, Khartoum, 1900
Item
Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/PC Egypt/69
Scope and Contents
From the File:
Packet containing loose monochrome postcards showing scenes in Khartoum. The packet is 'Set III' of four sets issued by the Sudan Government Railways and Steamers.
Dates:
1900
Conditions Governing Access:
From the Fonds:
Unless restrictions apply, the collection is open for consultation by researchers using the Manuscripts Reading Room at Cambridge University Library. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).
Item
Embarkation of the Prince Imperial's Body at the Point, Port Natal [i.e. Durban], 11 June 1879
Item
Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y3058A/12
Scope and Contents
203 x 137 mm. Showing the military escort and crowds of spectators on the waterfront at Durban on 11 June 1879 to watch the embarkation of the body of Prince Napoleon aboard the tug 'Adonis' (only the funnel of which is here visible) for transportation out to H.M.S. 'Boadicea' lying beyond the bar.
Dates:
11 June 1879
Conditions Governing Access:
From the Fonds:
Unless restrictions apply, the collection is open for consultation by researchers using the Manuscripts Reading Room at Cambridge University Library. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).
Item
Embarkation of the Prince Imperial's body at the Point, Port Natal [i.e. Durban], 11 June 1879
Item
Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y3058A/14
Scope and Contents
152 x 101 mm. Showing the military escort and crowds of spectators on the waterfront, at Durban on 11 June 1879 to watch the embarkation of the body of Prince Napoleon aboard the tug 'Adonis' for transportation out to H.M.S. 'Boadicea' lying beyond the bar. The photographers signature 'Kisch' is stamped on the reverse, but shows through the print.
Dates:
11 June 1879
Conditions Governing Access:
From the Fonds:
Unless restrictions apply, the collection is open for consultation by researchers using the Manuscripts Reading Room at Cambridge University Library. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).
Item
Embarkation on Carnarvon Castle, 1936
Item
Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y305P/117
Scope and Contents
From the Fonds:
An album recording the visit of Lord and Lady Hewart to South Africa. The album is inscribed 'To Lord and Lady Hewart: A Momento [sic] of a Trip to South Africa'. It was presumably the work and gift of a friend who travelled with them as it covers the entire journey from leaving Southampton to their return. The photographs are amateur work and are fully described in captions written in white ink, not always easily legible, on the black pages of the album. The captions have been recorded...
Dates:
1936
Conditions Governing Access:
From the Fonds:
Unless restrictions apply, the collection is open for consultation by researchers using the Manuscripts Reading Room at Cambridge University Library. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).
Item
Embarkation on Carnarvon Castle, 1936
Item
Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y305P/118
Scope and Contents
From the Fonds:
An album recording the visit of Lord and Lady Hewart to South Africa. The album is inscribed 'To Lord and Lady Hewart: A Momento [sic] of a Trip to South Africa'. It was presumably the work and gift of a friend who travelled with them as it covers the entire journey from leaving Southampton to their return. The photographs are amateur work and are fully described in captions written in white ink, not always easily legible, on the black pages of the album. The captions have been recorded...
Dates:
1936
Conditions Governing Access:
From the Fonds:
Unless restrictions apply, the collection is open for consultation by researchers using the Manuscripts Reading Room at Cambridge University Library. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).