Ghana (nation)
Subject
Subject Source: Local sources
Found in 1715 Collections and/or Records:
Item
The Asantehene, 1946
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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y30448Q/8
Scope and Contents
165 x 105 mm. . Otumfuo Sir Osei Agymen Prempeh II was the Asantahene or Paramout Chief of Ashante from 1931 until his death on 27 May 1970.
Dates:
1946
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 Asantehene with Bishop Parker of Pretoria, 1931 - 1950
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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y30448P/14
Scope and Contents
82 x 108 mm. The bishop is returning an item of Ashanti Regalia obtained in 1874. Wilfrid Parker (1883-1966) was Bishop of Pretoria 1933-1950. Otumfuo Sir Osei Agyeman Prempeh II was the Asantahene or Paramout Chief of Ashante from 1931 until his death on 27 May 1970. He was elected to that office on the death of his uncle, Prempeh I.
Dates:
1931 - 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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The Ashanti Confederacy Council, 1945
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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y30448Q/37
Scope and Contents
140 x 87 mm.
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 Ashantis on the Palaver ground the worship of Abriwah (fetish), 20 Aug. 1908, 1911 - 1929
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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y30448L/48
Scope and Contents
Postcard.
Dates:
1911 - 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 Assembly Hall, Mfantsipim, Cape Coast, 1930 - 1939
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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/PC Gold Coast/42
Scope and Contents
'No. 120' printed on bottom right corner.
Dates:
1930 - 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).
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The Bassahene arrives, 1939
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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y30448O/117
Scope and Contents
85 x 60 mm. Bassa.
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).
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The Bassahene's umbrella-bearers, 1939
Item
Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y30448O/118
Scope and Contents
85 x 60 mm. Bassa.
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).
Item
The Bekwaihene, 1946
Item
Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y30448Q/7
Scope and Contents
165 x 105 mm.
Dates:
1946
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 Biology Laboratory, 1945
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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y30448H/14
Scope and Contents
From the Fonds:
A collection of photographs taken by the Ministry of Information West African Photographic Service, giving a comprehensive record of the varied aspects of the College's work. These pictures have been extensively reproduced in books and articles. As Dr. R.W. Stopford is shown as Principal, a post he held from 1941 to 1945, they must date from this period. The Library has three different groups of photographs drawn from this series, two of which form this collection:(A) 55, 260 x...
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).
Item
The Biology Laboratory, 1945
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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y3011U/206
Scope and Contents
Showing pupils performing experiments during a biology lesson. The typewritten caption on the reverse reads 'In an Agricultural country, Biology forms an essential part of the Science Course'.
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 Canteen, 1940 - 1949
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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y3011U/247
Scope and Contents
Showing a police trainee in the canteen storeroom.
Dates:
1940 - 1949
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 carpenters’ shop, Kibbi Trade School, Gold Coast, 1924
Item
Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y30448L/68
Scope and Contents
From the Fonds:
A collection of photographs in an album, plus loose photographs and postcards. The photographs have been arranged in four groups; the album, loose prints, miscellaneous postcards, and British Empire Exhibition postcards. Unless otherwise indicated, the captions not in brackets were supplied by Miss Grace Smyly. The captions may include language which is offensive, inaccurate or inappropriate. They have been retained to reflect the context of the collection's creation.Plates 1-33...
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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The Castle Axim, 1930 - 1939
Item
Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/PC Gold Coast/41
Scope and Contents
'No. 118' printed on bottom left corner.
Dates:
1930 - 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).
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The Chancellor after the presentation of Representatives of other Universities and Institutions, 1961-11-25
Item
Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y30448F/15
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 Chancellor receives the Representative of Atlanta University, 1961-11-25
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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y30448F/13
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 Chancellor receives the Representative of Humbolt University, 1961-11-25
Item
Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y30448F/11
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 Chancellor receives the Representative of the University of Cambridge, 1961-11-25
Item
Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y30448F/12
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 Chancellor receives the Representative of the University of Hong Kong, 1961-11-25
Item
Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y30448F/10
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 Chancellor’s Procession after his installation, 1961-11-25
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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y30448F/16
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 Chief of Navrongo, 1945
Item
Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y3011U/182
Scope and Contents
Head and shoulders profile portrait. The typewritten caption on the reverse reads 'He has been chief for thirty years and is the elected president of the Federation of Kassena-Nankanni Chiefs'.
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).
Item
The College Library, 1945
Item
Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y30448H/68
Scope and Contents
From the Fonds:
A collection of photographs taken by the Ministry of Information West African Photographic Service, giving a comprehensive record of the varied aspects of the College's work. These pictures have been extensively reproduced in books and articles. As Dr. R.W. Stopford is shown as Principal, a post he held from 1941 to 1945, they must date from this period. The Library has three different groups of photographs drawn from this series, two of which form this collection:(A) 55, 260 x...
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).
Item
The College Printing Press, 1945
Item
Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y3011U/223
Scope and Contents
Showing a student selecting type in the college printing offices. The typewritten caption on the reverse continues 'which takes on outside orders, as well as fulfilling College requirements. It is particularly well equipped for printing in Vernacular languages'.
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 crowd around the Asantehene’s coffin during funeral, June 2nd 1970, 1970-06-02
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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y30448R/27
Scope and Contents
90x137mm. Otumfuo Sir Osei Agymen Prempeh II died on May 27th 1970.
Dates:
1970-06-02
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).
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The Dairy Herd returning to the Department of Animal Health Experimental Livestock Farm near Accra, Gold Coast [i.e. Ghana], after grazing and watering, 1940 - 1949
Item
Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y3011U/254
Scope and Contents
The typewritten caption on the reverse reads 'The type of country seen in the background is typical of the Accra plains. It is only five miles from the sea, 50 feet above sea level and receives an annual rainfall of approximately 30 inches'.
Dates:
1940 - 1949
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 Dairy Herd returning to the Department of Animal Health Experimental Livestock Farm near Accra, Gold Coast [i.e. Ghana], from grazing, 1940 - 1949
Item
Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y3011U/255
Scope and Contents
The typewritten caption on the reverse reads 'Supplementary feeding is given on arrival at the kraals. Types of cows other than the pure White Fulani can be seen. These are unimproved indigenous types from Northern Nigeria'.
Dates:
1940 - 1949
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).