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Damga. Correspondances avec des chefs indigènes, Reel 13G 163, 1860-1894

 File — Box: 2, Folder: 4-5
Identifier: Series 1

Scope and Contents

Damga is the eastern province of Futa Toro, where the French develop strong interests beginning with the establishment of the post of Matam in 1857. The letters, again in Arabic with occasional French translations, come from a variety of leaders at the regional and village levels. Some of the material concerns Bundu, the kingdom south of Damga where the French established strong investments from the mid-19th century. 164 pieces.

Dates

  • Creation: 1860-1894

Conditions Governing Access

The collection is open for research.

Conditions Governing Access

The material is stored offsite in Remote Storage. Please contact Special Collections 3 working days in advance if you wish to use it.

Extent

From the Collection: 16.2 Linear Feet (17 boxes) : 14 boxes 25 x 43 x 33 cm 3 boxes 27 x 40 x 13 cm

Language of Materials

English

Repository Details

Part of the Stephen O. Murray and Keelung Hong Special Collections Repository

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