United States (nation)
Subject
Subject Source: Local sources
Found in 1689 Collections and/or Records:
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Tennessee River in Alabama, from 'The Memphis Special', 1918
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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/RCMS 20/2/1/19
Scope and Contents
80 x 60 mm. A view looking over the Tennessee River, looking towards the far bank and distant hills. There are many power cables crossing the view. The 'Memphis Special' referred to in the caption may be a train.
Dates:
1918
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 Can[y]on from Hermits Creek - 2500 ft below surface, 1918-09-04
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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/RCMS 20/2/3/34
Scope and Contents
69 x 48 mm.
Dates:
1918-09-04
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 Can[y]on from Thor's Hammer, 1918
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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/RCMS 20/2/3/33
Scope and Contents
69 x 49 mm.
Dates:
1918
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 Capitol, 1918
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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/RCMS 20/2/1/42
Scope and Contents
75 x 50 mm. A view of the Capitol from the grounds.
Dates:
1918
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 Capitol - British Aviation Mission, U.S.A., 1918, 1918
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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/RCMS 20/2/2/4
Scope and Contents
120 x 80 mm.
Dates:
1918
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 Capitol - British Aviation Mission, U.S.A., 1918, 1918
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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/RCMS 20/2/2/6
Scope and Contents
120 x 80 mm.
Dates:
1918
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 Colonel and self, Bryn du, 14.7.18, 1918-07-14
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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/RCMS 20/2/1/110
Scope and Contents
50 x 70 mm. A view of Tymms stood besides a black horse, presumably called 'The Colonel'.
Dates:
1918-07-14
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 darkening international scene", 15 Mar 1946
Unknown
Reference Code: GBR/0014/CHUR 5/4C/100-116
Scope and Contents
Draft speech notes for WSC's speech (City Banquet, New York) on the effect of his speech entitled "The sinews of peace" including: his confidence in the speech, the solidarity of the United Nations, his admiration for the Soviet Union, and the importance of the relationship between Great Britain and the United States. Typescript draft notes heavily annotated with changes and edits by WSC in blue-black ink and ?also in pencil.
Dates:
15 Mar 1946
Conditions Governing Access:
Open
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The Dead Giant. 4/10/18, 1918-10-04
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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/RCMS 20/2/1/230
Scope and Contents
70 x 110 mm. A view of an automobile parked in the tunnel cut through the base of a Giant Sequoia, the 'Dead Giant', the first tree to be tunnelled (1878). Tymms and two women are stood posing for the camera.
Dates:
1918-10-04
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).
Unknown
"The defence of freedom and peace", 16 Oct 1938
Unknown
Reference Code: GBR/0014/CHAR 9/132/61-78
Scope and Contents
Final version of speaking notes for WSC's broadcast to the United States ([United States National Broadcasting Company]) on the need for the democracies, including the United States, to unite against the dictatorships. At the start of the speech WSC says that it may not be possible to broadcast to the US in future because "The stations are closing down; the lights are going out". Issues covered include: the consequences of the "abandonment" of Czechoslovakia [later Czech Republic and...
Dates:
16 Oct 1938
Conditions Governing Access:
Open
Unknown
"The defence of freedom and peace", 16 Oct 1938
Unknown
Reference Code: GBR/0014/CHAR 9/132/112-113
Scope and Contents
Two copies of a pamphlet including the text of WSC's broadcast to the United States (16 October 1938, [United States National Broadcasting Company]) on the need for the democracies, including the United States, to unite against the dictatorships. At the start of the speech WSC says that it may not be possible to broadcast to the US in future because "The stations are closing down; the lights are going out". Issues covered include: the consequences of the "abandonment" of Czechoslovakia...
Dates:
16 Oct 1938
Conditions Governing Access:
Open
Unknown
"The deterrent-nuclear warfare", 01 Mar 1955
Unknown
Reference Code: GBR/0014/CHUR 5/57A/33-89
Scope and Contents
Speech notes for WSC's speech (House of Commons) on subjects including: the unique division of the world into nuclear Communist and non-Communist sides; WSC's prediction of the power of nuclear energy in 1931; nuclear development in Britain, the United States and the Soviet Union; the lack of defence against the hydrogen bomb; difficulties in fair disarmament; defence through deterrents, including the ability to paralyse Soviet airfields, industrial targets and submarine bases; the power of...
Dates:
01 Mar 1955
Conditions Governing Access:
Open
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The Domes, and Merced River, Yosemite, Cal, 1885
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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y3089C/70
Scope and Contents
302 x 204 mm. A view from the valley floor looking along the river towards the cliffs in the distance.
Dates:
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).
Found in:
Cambridge University Library
/
New Zealand and America
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The Domes, from near Nevada Falls, 6/10/18, 1918-10-06
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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/RCMS 20/2/1/192
Scope and Contents
50 x 70 mm.
Dates:
1918-10-06
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 Domes near Nevada Falls, 1918
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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/RCMS 20/2/3/49
Scope and Contents
48 x 69 mm.
Dates:
1918
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 Fallen Monarch, 9/10, 1918-10-09
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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/RCMS 20/2/1/236
Scope and Contents
70 x 110 mm. A view of a woman on horseback stood before a fallen tree. A man, also mounted on horseback, is stood on the actual trunk of the tree, directly above her.
Dates:
1918-10-09
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 Few", 20 Aug 1940
Unknown
Reference Code: GBR/0014/CHAR 9/141A/37-68
Scope and Contents
Notes for WSC's speech covering subjects including: reflections on the differences between the present war and the First World War including weapons, casualty numbers and the increased importance of science and strategy; Britain's aptitude for the new forms of warfare; the decision to enforce a strict blockade on Germany, Italy and France and food supplies and distribution in Europe; review of the war situation; air warfare and the Battle of Britain including the threat of German bombing,...
Dates:
20 Aug 1940
Conditions Governing Access:
Open
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The first bug, 24.8.18, 1918-08-24
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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/RCMS 20/2/1/120
Scope and Contents
60 x 90 mm. A view of Dr Painter dangling a large bug (spider?) from the end of a stick. Exact location unidentified.
Dates:
1918-08-24
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 Gorge. Hermit Trail. Grand Canyon, 1918
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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/RCMS 20/2/3/21
Scope and Contents
70 x 49 mm.
Dates:
1918
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 Gorge. R. Colorado. G. Can., 1918
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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/RCMS 20/2/3/131
Scope and Contents
48 x 69 mm.
Dates:
1918
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).
Unknown
"The Grand Design", 07 May 1948
Unknown
Reference Code: GBR/0014/CHUR 5/18/23-53
Scope and Contents
Speech notes for WSC's speech (7 May, The Hague [The Netherlands]) at the Congress of Europe entitled "The grand design" including: the progress of European integration and support from the United States for the Marshall Plan; the origins of European unity and the “Grand Design” of King Henry IV of France; the importance of “forgetting the hatreds of the past”, of mutual economic and military aid, closer political unity and maintaining progress; the speech he made at Zurich [entitled "The...
Dates:
07 May 1948
Conditions Governing Access:
Open
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The Grizzly Giant, 1918
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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/RCMS 20/2/2/40
Scope and Contents
80 x 125 mm. A view of a Giant Sequoia.
Dates:
1918
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 guide, 4/9/18, 1918-09-04
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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/RCMS 20/2/1/141
Scope and Contents
70 x 50 mm. A profile of the guide sat on a horse.
Dates:
1918-09-04
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 guide. Grand Can[y]on, 1918-09-04
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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/RCMS 20/2/3/127
Scope and Contents
68 x 47 mm. A man on a horse, with the Grand Canyon in the background.
Dates:
1918-09-04
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 harbour from Federal Park, Baltimore. June 1918, 1918-06
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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/RCMS 20/2/1/57
Scope and Contents
75 x 50 mm. An elevated view of the harbour, partially obscured by trees.
Dates:
1918-06
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).