Africa (continent)
Subject
Subject Source: Local sources
Found in 20095 Collections and/or Records:
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Spirit offerings, 1930 - 1950
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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y304Q/6/1/1/65
Scope and Contents
210 x 160 mm. The caption continues: 'Every cave in Zanzibar contains one or more 'Mzimu' or spirits who must be treated with great respect by those who use the cave, to fetch water etc. The picture shows offerings of one kind and another made to the spirit of a cave.'
Dates:
1930 - 1950
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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[Split-cane and palm bed], 1935 - 1936
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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y304N/82
Scope and Contents
The caption to the right of the photograph reads: 'This type of bed is used by the Azande - Bangwa - and Mangbetu tribes. Made from split cane and palm. Beside it is a calibash water pipe. These have ridiculously small bowls, and the tobacco is burnt out after a moments smoking'.
Dates:
1935 - 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).
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Splitting nuts, 1920 - 1927
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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y3047B/49
Scope and Contents
135 x 78 mm. A view showing an African at work splitting coconuts (out of focus), with piles of split coconuts in the foreground.
Dates:
1920 - 1927
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
Spooner album of Uganda
Fonds
Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y3045D
Scope and Contents
Album inscribed inside the front cover 'To F. Jackson Esqre C.B. In remembrance of a very nice sojourn in the Uganda Protectorate with the compliments of the author by T.J. Spooner late of the Uganda Rly.' The album was given to H.B. Thomas by Lady Jackson in the 1960s (see Y3046A). The photographs are captioned by Spooner, with further details added in some cases by H.B. Thomas. Most of them show scenes on Lake Victoria, but 11 is of the Mutiny Memorial at Bukaleba, and the proof of an...
Dates:
1901
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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Spoons for sale in Jijjajeri market, 1941-02-11
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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y3043BB/380
Scope and Contents
62 x 40 mm. The maker had his wares all set out in rows and priced according to size and design, from a halfpenny to one and a halfpenny each. They far outdo the cheap European spoons as they are cheaper, lighter and easily cleaned and float on top of the milk whereas spoons either have to be placed on the ground or sink to the bottom of a milk filled calabash.
Dates:
1941-02-11
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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Sporting trophies [1906?], 1906
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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y3011C/79
Scope and Contents
Showing a European group posed with elephant tusks, animal skins and antelope skulls. Bell is seated in the centre with Frank Burton on the ground at the front. The figure at the left is possibly Frederick Knowles. The remaining man is unidentified.
Dates:
1906
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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[Sports], 1930 - 1937
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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/RCMS 120/1/1/387
Scope and Contents
55 x 45 mm. Showing a man competing in the long jump, surrounded by spectators.
Dates:
1930 - 1937
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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[Sports], 1930 - 1937
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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/RCMS 120/1/1/388
Scope and Contents
60 x 60 mm. Showing a man climbing a pole, surrounded by spectators.
Dates:
1930 - 1937
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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[Sports], 1930 - 1937
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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/RCMS 120/1/1/400
Scope and Contents
55 x 40 mm. Showing three children competing in a sack race.
Dates:
1930 - 1937
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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[Sports], 1930 - 1937
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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/RCMS 120/1/1/401
Scope and Contents
55 x 60 mm. Showing a man competing in the long jump, surrounded by spectators.
Dates:
1930 - 1937
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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Sports at Gabeit, 1930 - 1937
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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/RCMS 120/1/1/9
Scope and Contents
135 x 85 mm. Showing a group with shields and sticks sat on the ground.
Dates:
1930 - 1937
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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Sports at Gabeit, 1930 - 1937
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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/RCMS 120/1/1/10
Scope and Contents
110 x 65 mm. Showing two men using shields and swords. There is another sat on the floor with a round drum.
Dates:
1930 - 1937
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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Sports at Gabeit, 1933 - 1935
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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/RCMS 120/1/1/323
Scope and Contents
60 x 60 mm. Showing a group mounted on camels, and spectators.
Dates:
1933 - 1935
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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Sports at Gabeit, 1933 - 1935
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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/RCMS 120/1/1/324
Scope and Contents
135 x 95 mm. Showing a line of men carrying sticks and shields, apparently about to start a race. There are many spectators in white robes in the background.
Dates:
1933 - 1935
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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Sports at Gabeit, 1933 - 1935
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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/RCMS 120/1/1/325
Scope and Contents
60 x 60 mm. Showing men with shields seated on the ground. Spectators are crowded around.
Dates:
1933 - 1935
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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Sports at Gabeit, 1933 - 1935
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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/RCMS 120/1/1/326
Scope and Contents
110 x 120 mm. Two men stood, one has a shield.
Dates:
1933 - 1935
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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Sports at Gabeit, 1933 - 1935
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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/RCMS 120/1/1/327
Scope and Contents
110 x 120 mm. Showing men with shields seated on the ground. Spectators are crowded around.
Dates:
1933 - 1935
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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[Sports at Gabeit], 1933 - 1935
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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/RCMS 120/1/1/332
Scope and Contents
60 x 60 mm. Showing children with their hands tied behind their backs leaning towards something on the ground. A game, of some sort. There are three men stood above them, and a group of spectators sat on the ground in the distance.
Dates:
1933 - 1935
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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Sports Day: Another view of the Presentation, 1957 - 1959
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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y30448I/143
Scope and Contents
140 x 90 mm.
Dates:
1957 - 1959
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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Sports Day: audience applauding, 1957 - 1959
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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y30448I/140
Scope and Contents
From the Fonds:
Collection of loose prints with duplicates measuring, unless stated, approximately 210 x 160 mm. The collection contains a variety of photographs, some of them taken by the Information Services of the Gold Coast/Ghana, while others are amateur photographs. Nos 1-5, showing Fraser in the Principal's house are clearly pre-1935, when he left Achimota. The majority date from Mr Winlaw's Headship and include a number of views of buildings put up in that period, particularly the Assembly Hall...
Dates:
1957 - 1959
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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Sports Day: Parade of competitors, 1957 - 1959
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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y30448I/139
Scope and Contents
From the Fonds:
Collection of loose prints with duplicates measuring, unless stated, approximately 210 x 160 mm. The collection contains a variety of photographs, some of them taken by the Information Services of the Gold Coast/Ghana, while others are amateur photographs. Nos 1-5, showing Fraser in the Principal's house are clearly pre-1935, when he left Achimota. The majority date from Mr Winlaw's Headship and include a number of views of buildings put up in that period, particularly the Assembly Hall...
Dates:
1957 - 1959
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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Sports Day Presentation of trophies, 1957 - 1959
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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y30448I/142
Scope and Contents
From the Fonds:
Collection of loose prints with duplicates measuring, unless stated, approximately 210 x 160 mm. The collection contains a variety of photographs, some of them taken by the Information Services of the Gold Coast/Ghana, while others are amateur photographs. Nos 1-5, showing Fraser in the Principal's house are clearly pre-1935, when he left Achimota. The majority date from Mr Winlaw's Headship and include a number of views of buildings put up in that period, particularly the Assembly Hall...
Dates:
1957 - 1959
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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Sports Day: Winlaw, Sir Leslie M'Carthy (1885-1970) a former judge and for many years Chairman of the Achimota College Council, and other distinguished visitors, 1957 - 1959
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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y30448I/141
Scope and Contents
From the Fonds:
Collection of loose prints with duplicates measuring, unless stated, approximately 210 x 160 mm. The collection contains a variety of photographs, some of them taken by the Information Services of the Gold Coast/Ghana, while others are amateur photographs. Nos 1-5, showing Fraser in the Principal's house are clearly pre-1935, when he left Achimota. The majority date from Mr Winlaw's Headship and include a number of views of buildings put up in that period, particularly the Assembly Hall...
Dates:
1957 - 1959
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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Sports Vryheid, 1901
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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y3058H/83
Scope and Contents
300 x 85 mm. panoramic view of the crowd watching games.
Dates:
1901
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
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Vryheid, South Africa
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"Spot" & "Tinker", Mumias 1899, 1899
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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y3045B/13
Scope and Contents
From the Fonds:
Two albums with two loose prints (which may not belong to this collection) inserted. The two albums were the property of Charles Edwin Collard, Captain, Royal Marine Light Infantry. The albums have been rebound, but the labels on the covers ‘Uganda 1898-1900’ have been retained. Most of the photographs are 115 x 90 mm. Collard was presumably the photographer except for the few prints in which he appears, and all the photographs are captioned. However, it appears likely that this was...
Dates:
1899
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).