Creator: Mead, Edwin D. (Edwin Doak), 1849-1937 and Ginn, Edwin, 1838-1914 - Philadelphia Area Archives Search Results

Start Over Creator Mead, Edwin D. (Edwin Doak), 1849-1937 Creator Ginn, Edwin, 1838-1914

Extent:: 101.5 linear ft. (101.5 linear ft.)
Abstract:: This collection documents the annual conference (1895-1916) held at Mohonk Mountain House, Ulster County, New York; conference for 1917 was planned but not held; at their height, the conferences attracted 300 leaders of government, business, religion, the press, and education; the purpose of the conferences was to create and direct public sentiment in favor of international arbitration, arbitration treaties, and an international court.

Held at: Swarthmore College Peace Collection [Contact Us]

Extent:: 21.25 linear ft. (21.25 linear feet.)
Abstract:: In 1902, Edwin Ginn began publication of an International Library to promote knowledge about peace. In July 1910, he established the International School of Peace which, in December, became the World Peace Foundation. Its purpose was to promote better international relations and world order by preparing and distributing specialized literature, mostly to college and university libraries, and by holding conferences. It was closely allied with the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace and supported formation of the League of Nations and the Permanent Court of International Justice and, later, the United Nations.

Held at: Swarthmore College Peace Collection [Contact Us]

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