Asia (continent)
Subject
Subject Source: Local sources
Found in 16197 Collections and/or Records:
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The Silk Market, Peshawar, 1908-02
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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Fisher 5/811
Scope and Contents
Quarter-plate (landscape format). Just within the gateway of the Kotwali, on one side of the open space there. On the side opposite to these silk lines are the stalls of fans - money changers, which were raided in daylight the afternoon I was up in the Khyber. (Fisher).
Dates:
1908-02
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).
Sub-Series
The Singapore Botanic Gardens, 1929 - 1932
Sub-Series
Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y3031M/21-50
Scope and Contents
General views of trees and foliage within the gardens.
Dates:
1929 - 1932
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 Singapore mutiny of the 5th Light Infantry, 1954-11-05 - 1956-11-02
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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/RCMS 103/11/6
Scope and Contents
Material written or collected by Thompson discussing the causes, course, punishment and impact of the mutiny, including a lengthy memoir. Thompson’s memoir also records notes on the Malay State Guides, the German cruiser Emden and the Russian cruiser Zhemchug, and an uprising against the French in Cambodia. There are letters exchanged between Colonel Archer Cust, Secretary-General of the Society and Thompson, providing more detail of the latter’s work as Provost Marshal which included...
Dates:
1954-11-05 - 1956-11-02
Conditions Governing Access:
For conservation reasons, this item must be viewed on microfilm reel 8234.
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The Singapore River, 1880 - 1889
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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/BAM 1/1
Scope and Contents
275 x 207 mm (mounted on card). A view from the South Boat Quay looking north-west along the Singapore River towards Fort Canning. With moored boats in the foreground and craft (blurred through movement) on the river. The hill on which Fort Canning stands was originally known as the Bukit Larangan and was a sacred burial place of the Malay Kings. It was at the summit of what came to be known as Government Hill that Raffles built a bungalow in 1823, and Government House was situated here...
Dates:
1880 - 1889
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 Singapore River and Shenton Way, 1982
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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y30311E I/2
Scope and Contents
From the Series:
Singapore, including its 50-odd offshore islands and islets has a land area of 617.8km. Its population of 2.4 million comprises 77 per cent Chinese, 15 per cent Malays, 6 per cent Indians, and 2 per cent of persons of other ethnic groups.
The pace of development has been rapid, especially in the last decade, and the people live in well-designed modern homes with ample educational, recreational and social amenities.
Dates:
1982
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 Singapore waterfront, 1960 - 1969
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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y30311A/1
Scope and Contents
205 x 138 mm. Aerial view from over the harbour looking across Singapore, with the Singapore River and Boat Quay in the right foreground.
Dates:
1960 - 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).
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The Sita Ranyi Temple, Jaipur, 1908-02 - 1908-03
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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Fisher 6/902
Scope and Contents
Quarter-plate. Made of carved and sandstone obtained from Karaooli. (Fisher).
Dates:
1908-02 - 1908-03
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 site plan of Faluknuma Castle, 1905
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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/RCMS 89/35/1/12
Scope and Contents
From the Series:
A collection of programmes, invitations, menus, photographs and other material issued in connection with the Royal Visit to India during 1905-1906.
Dates:
1905
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 Siva Ganga Fort, Tanjore, 1907-12
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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Fisher 2/233
Scope and Contents
Quarter-plate. Showing the Gopura of the Great Temple. [With river in foreground].
Dates:
1907-12
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 Slag heaps at Scoriotissa [ ? Skouriotissa] in the Evzychou Valley, Cyprus, 1908
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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Fisher 8/1210
Scope and Contents
Showing portion of the hill behind, from which the copper is supposed to have been extracted, although the ancient workings have never been found in this part of the island as they have been in Paphos district at Lymnae, where Roman timbering has been found in the shafts.
Dates:
1908
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 snake charmer. Delhi, 1931
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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/RCMS 20/2/14/4
Scope and Contents
74 x 53 mm.
Dates:
1931
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 snow range from Simla, 1940
File
Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/RCMS 20/2/18
Scope and Contents
A telephoto panorama taken from the garden of 'Snowdon' by Hamilton Studios Ltd, Simla, including the heights and names of peaks. The panorama is undated, but probably originates from Tymms' time working in India.
Dates:
1940
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 Snows from Sandakfoo, 1880 - 1889
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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y3022U/11
Scope and Contents
307 188 mm. View looking north towards the Himalayas from Sandakfoo (or Sundukpho) some fifteen miles from Darjeeling. No. 1898.
Dates:
1880 - 1889
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 snows, Kinchin Junga, 1870 - 1879
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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y3022S/37
Scope and Contents
240 x 188 mm. View of Kanchenjunga, at 28,146 ft. the third highest mountain in the world. It was not successfully climbed until 1955. Photograph probably taken from Darjeeling with a telephoto lens.
Dates:
1870 - 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).
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The 'Soekoewiddi Express': off to the mills, 1919
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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y302L/48
Scope and Contents
Steam engine pulling cargo of sugar cane.
Dates:
1919
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 'Soekoewiddi Express': waiting its turn, 1919
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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y302L/47
Scope and Contents
Rail engine used in the transport of sugar cane.
Dates:
1919
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 solace of tobacco, 1910 - 1929
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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/BAM 1/156
Scope and Contents
141 x 196 mm. Showing a Chinese man seated on a mat in the street smoking a cigarette.
Dates:
1910 - 1929
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 Somnath Gate of Sandal Wood 1024 A.D. now preserved in fort. Agra, 1900 - 1950
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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y3022UUUU/19
Scope and Contents
155 x 210 mm.
Dates:
1900 - 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).
Found in:
Cambridge University Library
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Photographs by A. Chand
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The Sooruj Bhawan, east side, Deeg [i. e. Dig], 1880 - 1885
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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y3022K/26
Scope and Contents
276 x 205 mm. Close up view of the multifoil arches and pillars leading onto the verandah of the Suraj Bhawan Palace. Numbered '1904'.
Dates:
1880 - 1885
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 Sooruj-Bhawan, north side, Deeg [i. e. Dig], 1880 - 1885
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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y3022K/27
Scope and Contents
273 x 198 mm. General view of the N facade, showing the areaded verandah and the double cornices supported on carved brackets peculiar to Dig. Numbered '1903'.
Dates:
1880 - 1885
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 source of the Ganges, ice cave at the foot of the glacier, elevation 22,621 ft [sic], 1866
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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y3022C/36
Scope and Contents
295 x 240 mm. View looking towards the ice cave at the foot of the Gangotri Glacier, with the Bhagirathi River issuing from its mouth. The Ganges is formed by the confluence of the Bhagirathi and Alaknanda Rivers. The latter part of this caption ('elevation 22,621 ft') has been added here incorrectly: it should form part of the caption of Y3022C/37, ‘From here to the glacier was the roughest piece of work we had yet met with; it was one continuous scramble amongst huge stones, rough jungle,...
Dates:
1866
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 spirit of the Rhu’, 1961
File
Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/RCMS 103/4/3/4/8
Scope and Contents
An account of local legends associated with the lighthouse at Kuala Besar, which Coe first inspected in 1928 (2 copies, 5 sheets).
Dates:
1961
Conditions Governing Access:
For conservation reasons, this file must be viewed on microfilm reel MC 47.
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The Sports Ground, Shameen, Canton, 1909
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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Fisher 19/4468
Scope and Contents
Landscape format. [Showing uniformed men standing around outside tall buildings on the right].
Dates:
1909
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 Spring at Vernag, 1864
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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y3022I/41
Scope and Contents
93 x 98 mm. View looking across the tank to the surrounding enclosure. Photograph by Bourne, no. 623.
Dates:
1864
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 Springers’ Chagma Tungi [view of camp], 1898 - 1901
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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y3022AAA/40
Scope and Contents
130 x 90 mm.
Dates:
1898 - 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).