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The Library of Jacques Derrida, House Series, 1793-2013 (inclusive)

Extent:: 675 boxes and 16 items
Abstract:: Consists of the personal library of French philosopher Jacques Derrida and members of his household.

Held at: Princeton University Library: Rare Book Collection [Contact Us]

Historical Photograph Collection: Alumni Photographs series, 1748-1998 (inclusive)

Extent:: 99 boxes, 1 folder, and 2 items
Abstract:: The Historical Photograph Collection: Alumni Series consists of formal portraits of Princeton University alumni arranged chronologically by class year.

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Princeton University Diploma Collection, 1749-1998 (inclusive) 1749-1926 (bulk)

Extent:: 6 boxes
Abstract:: Since its first class of six graduates and one honoree in 1748, Princeton University has awarded over 80,000 diplomas. This collection contains 213 original diplomas and photostats, including executed diplomas as well as blank, sample or spoiled diplomas.

Held at: Princeton University Library: University Archives [Contact Us]

George Cruikshank Collection, 1782-1894 (inclusive) 1825-1878 (bulk)

Extent:: 35 boxes, 192 items, and 19.5 linear feet
Abstract:: The collection integrates numerous accessions of English artist and caricaturist George Cruikshank material, including large amounts of correspondence as well as original drawings and sketches.

Held at: Princeton University Library: Manuscripts Division [Contact Us]

Eugène de Beauharnais Collection, 1788-1849 (inclusive) 1805-1814 (bulk)

Extent:: 146 boxes, 14 items, and 67.22 linear feet
Abstract:: This collection contains correspondence, reports, and documents of Eugène de Beauharnais relating to European military affairs during the Napoleonic era, which were primarily accumulated by him in his capacity as viceroy of the Napoleonic Kingdom of Italy (1805-1814). Also included are papers documenting Beauharnais' position at the Congress of Vienna (1814-1815), his establishment in the Bavarian duchy of Leuchtenberg (1817), and his later life as Prince d'Eichstätt (1817-1824).

Held at: Princeton University Library: Manuscripts Division [Contact Us]

Nicholas Biddle Collection, 1800-1838 (inclusive)

Extent:: 2 boxes and 1.5 linear feet
Abstract:: Consists of material, primarily correspondence, relating to Nicholas Biddle, one of the first directors of the Bank of the United States and author of the official Lewis and Clark narrative.

Held at: Princeton University Library: Manuscripts Division [Contact Us]

Boudinot Family Collection, 1772-1852 (inclusive)

Extent:: 2 boxes and 0.6 linear feet
Abstract:: The collection consists of correspondence and documents of various members of the Boudinot family of New Jersey, regarding family, business, and political affairs. Most of the correspondence is related to Elias Boudinot IV (Trustee of Princeton University, 1772-1821) and his brother Elisha but many other family members are also represented.

Held at: Princeton University Library: Manuscripts Division [Contact Us]

Princeton University Library Collection of Clarke Family Materials, 1732-1870 (inclusive)

Extent:: 6 boxes and 2.1 linear feet
Abstract:: Consists of correspondence and documents of the Clarke family of New Jersey, particularly of Elisha L. Clarke and Joseph Olden Clarke.

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Sergeant Family Collection, 1746-1843 (inclusive)

Extent:: 1 box and 0.4 linear feet
Abstract:: Consists of selected correspondence and documents by and about three members of the Sergeant family and their relationship with the College of New Jersey (now Princeton University) during the Colonial period: Jonathan Sergeant, his son Jonathan Dickinson Sergeant, and his grandson John Sergeant.

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New Jersey Documents Collection, 1750-1890 (bulk) 1601-1983 (inclusive)

Extent:: 4 boxes and 1.5 linear feet
Abstract:: Westfield, New Jersey, was part of Elizabethtown from the time it was settled in late 1664 until 1794, when the Township of Westfield was created. The New Jersey Documents Collections, 1601 to 1983, consists of New Jersey legal documents, the bulk of which are from the town of Westfield, Union County, and include land records, financial records, estate records, and court records, many of which were created by various members of the Baker, Downer, Hetfield, Johnson, Miller, Pierson, Ripley, Ross, and Woodruff families. The majority of the collection material dates from 1750 to 1890.

Held at: Princeton University Library: Manuscripts Division [Contact Us]