Africa (continent)
Subject
Subject Source: Local sources
Found in 20095 Collections and/or Records:
File
The Principal's (now the Headmaster's) House, pre 1935, 1924 - 1934
File
Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y30448I/1-5
Scope and Contents
150 x 105 mm. Y30448I/1 is an exterior view (see also Y30448I/103-104), Y30448I/2 shows A.G. Fraser
at his desk, Y30448I/3-5 are other interior views (plus duplicate of Y30448I/4).
Dates:
1924 - 1934
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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The Principle of Njala Training College, Sierra Leone, Mr. T.D. Evans, watches students modelling in local clay, 1950 - 1959
Item
Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y3011U/129
Scope and Contents
From the Series:
A series of British Official photographs (Crown Copyright Reserved). Numbers 117-127 all have the following typewritten caption on the reverse:'Young Sierra Leoneans train for battle against ignorance. The Njala Training College.A college where young Sierra Leoneans can learn to become agricultural instructors, primary teachers, and forest rangers is run by the Sierra Leone Government at Njala, a day's journey from Freetown, the capital. On successful completion of their...
Dates:
1950 - 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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The Principle [sic] of the school, Mr. W.T. Marbell, is an all-round sports-man and his prowess at cricket is known all over the Gold Coast [i.e. Ghana], 1945
Item
Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y3011U/233
Scope and Contents
The typwritten caption on the reverse reads 'Three times picked to represent the Colony, he is the subject of much hero worship from the boys. Here he is giving a few tips in batting to some of the senior boys'.
Dates:
1945
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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The Procession of Representatives of other Universities and Institutions, 1961-11-25
Item
Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y30448F/5
Scope and Contents
140 x 105 mm.
Dates:
1961-11-25
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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The Procession of the Academic Staff of the University, 1961-11-25
Item
Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y30448F/3
Scope and Contents
140 x 105 mm.
Dates:
1961-11-25
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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The Procession of the Members of the University Council, 1961-11-25
Item
Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y30448F/4
Scope and Contents
140 x 105 mm.
Dates:
1961-11-25
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
The Progress of H.R.H. Prince Alfred Ernest Albert through the Cape Colony, British Kaffraria... in the year 1860
Fonds
Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y305V
Scope and Contents
A quarto, 180 page volume recording the visit of Prince Alfred, later Duke of Edinburgh, second son of Queen Victoria, to South Africa. Bound in a decorative purple cover, it appeared in 1861. It was illustrated with actual photographs stuck in; ten reproduce paintings by Thomas Bowler (1812-1869) or Thomas Baines (1822-1875); the remainder are actual photographs of events of the Prince's visit (1, 7-11 and 13).The following notes draw extensively on Bull and Denfield (1970), which...
Dates:
1860 - 1861
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
File
The Province of Central Africa, 1955
File
Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/RCMS 348/2/3/1
Scope and Contents
From the Series:
Published and unpublished material collected by Sugg relating to Southern Africa.
Dates:
1955
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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The Provincial Education Officer's house at Fort Jameson [Chipata] , 1964
Item
Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y30521C/27
Scope and Contents
From the Fonds:
Collection of black and white photographs arranged under broad headings in approximate chronological order within each heading, the majority of which were captioned by R.S. Thompson at the time of donation. The captions, used as titles and recorded in the notes, may include language which is offensive, inaccurate or inappropriate. They have been retained to reflect the context of the collection's creation. Captions supplied by the cataloguer are enclosed in square brackets. The photographs...
Dates:
1964
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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The P.S.S. 'Samuel Baker' on Lake Albert after her launch on 10th August 1910, 1910-08-10
Item
Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y3045C/143
Scope and Contents
159 x 114 mm. Showing the P.S. 'Samuel Baker', dressed with flags, at anchor on Lake Albert.
Dates:
1910-08-10
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
The Publishing Office and Editor’s Quarters-‘News of the Camp’, 1880 - 1881
Item
Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y3055A/32
Scope and Contents
190 x 137 mm. A duplicate of Y3055A/2, showing editorial staff and soldiers gathered in front of the tents and wagons used as offices by the newspaper. Figures identified beneath the print are: Capt. J.Mc.W. Clarke; Mr. Strecker (foreman printed); Mr. Lys (see also Y3055A/19); C.W. Decker (-1912), joint editor of ‘News of the Camp’ and the founder of the earlier 'Transvaal Argus’; Charles Du Val; a private of the 94th Regiment; the compositors; Mr. Mitchelson; and Mr Goodwill.
Dates:
1880 - 1881
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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News of the Camp
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The Pyramid, Mar 1920, 1920-03
Item
Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/RCMS 20/2/1/384
Scope and Contents
85 x 60 mm. Showing Tymms stood near the top of a pyramid.
Dates:
1920-03
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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The Pyramid, Mar 1920, 1920-03
Item
Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/RCMS 20/2/1/385
Scope and Contents
85 x 60 mm. Showing Tymms and another man stood near the top of a pyramid.
Dates:
1920-03
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
[The Pyramids]
Item
Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/QM 7/142
Scope and Contents
From the File:
Contains prints approximately 50 x 80 mm to 290 x 249 mm. Captions are handwritten by the Prince of Wales. This records the rest of visit to India of the Prince of Wales (later King George V) and Princess Mary. Subjects include: visits to Aden, Cairo, and Corfu on the return journey to the U.K., with arrival in London on May 8, 1906. Appended are photographs taken during the visit by the Prince and Princess of Wales to Madrid for the wedding of King Alfonso XIII and Queen Ena (May 31,...
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
The pyramids, 1900 - 1930
Item
Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/RCS/XII/49
Scope and Contents
From the File:
Nothing is known of the provenance of this collection of lantern slides and glass plates. The images likely were created to illustrate lectures given at the RCS.
Dates:
1900 - 1930
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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[The Pyramids of Giza], 1927 - 1928
Item
Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/RCMS 20/2/5/1
Scope and Contents
210 x 150 mm. Aerial view.
Dates:
1927 - 1928
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
[The Pyramids of Giza], 1927 - 1928
Item
Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/RCMS 20/2/5/31
Scope and Contents
230 x 170 mm. Aerial view.
Dates:
1927 - 1928
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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The quad, 1966. Developed from thick bush, 1962, 1966
Item
Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y3043UU/193
Scope and Contents
From the File:
Coloured slides, 50 x 50 mm, mostly Kodak, originally stored in a carrying case. They relate to nursing in Nigeria and Ghana.
Dates:
1966
Conditions Governing Access:
From the File:
Y3043UU/134 is missing.
Item
The Quay, 1898
Item
Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y3042C/78
Scope and Contents
158 x 114 mm. A view looking along the quay at Wad Hamid with a gunboat moored in the distance and an Arab squatting in the foreground.
Dates:
1898
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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Khartoum 1898
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The Queen and Duke of Edinburgh preceded by Bishop Scott and followed by Governor General and Lady Dorman, 1961
Item
Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/CMS/11/4/3
Scope and Contents
118 x 157 mm. glossy print.
Dates:
1961
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
The Queen's Own Cameron Highlanders, 1898-08-24 - 1898
Item
Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y3042C/86
Scope and Contents
151 x 114 mm. A slightly blurred view showing a column of kilted Cameron Highlanders marching out of Wad Hamid. The photograph is stuck on to an album page entitled 'Leaving Wad Hamed'.
Dates:
1898-08-24 - 1898
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
/
Khartoum 1898
Item
The Queen's Own Cameron Highlanders leaving Atbara, 1898
Item
Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y3042C/204
Scope and Contents
155 x 127 mm. A view showing a trainload of Camerons leaving Atbara, with an officer standing on the platform in the foreground.
Dates:
1898
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
/
Khartoum 1898
Item
The Queen's own Cameron Highlanders leaving Darmali, February 26th, 1898-02-26
Item
Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y3042C/23
Scope and Contents
163 x 116 mm. A view showing Cameron Highlanders outside the walls of Darmali on their way to Atbara. Darmali lies between Berber and Atbara.
Dates:
1898-02-26
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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Khartoum 1898
Item
The race course, Mbabne, 1910 - 1911
Item
Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y30546A/39
Scope and Contents
207 x 150 mm. A view looking along the race course from the finishing posts, with spectators gathered on either side of the track.
Dates:
1910 - 1911
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
The RAF dance, 1939
Item
Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/RCMS 120/1/3/9
Scope and Contents
175 x 115 mm. Showing people seated at tables beside the dance floor. This is an outdoor event. Hebbert is seated far right.
Dates:
1939
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).