Correspondance indigène, Nioro, 15G 70, 1890-1891
File — Box: 3
Identifier: Series 1
Scope and Contents
Extremely important dossier, dealing with the French (Archinard) conquest of Nioro, which had become the capital of Ahmad al-Kabir after 1884. Through the letters one can see the successful French military strategy, including defections from the Umarian ranks. Arabic and French. 61 pieces.
Dates
- Creation: 1890-1891
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