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Kim Rogers Burdick National Washington-Rochambeau Revolutionary Route Association records, 1976-2009 (inclusive) 2002-2008 (bulk)

Extent:: 3.3 linear feet (3 boxes) and 1 oversize box
Abstract:: The Kim Rogers Burdick National Washington-Rochambeau Revolutionary Route Association records contains 3.3 linear feet of documents, correspondence, new clippings, brochures, financial records, and multimedia materials gathered by Burdick during her work with the Association (also known as W3R), which first began meeting informally in 1999 and was incorporated in the state of Delaware in 2004 with the purpose of identifying and marking the approximately 650-mile route traveled by colonial and French troops en route to their victory at the siege of Yorktown, Virginia, in 1781. In addition to the records of this national coordinating body, the collection also contains materials from the smaller state-level W3R organizations, in particular the Washington-Rochambeau Revolutionary Route of Delaware (W3R-DE) and material related to the legislation enacting the Washington-Rochambeau Revolutionary Route National Heritage Act of 2000.

Held at: University of Delaware Library Special Collections [Contact Us]

Karl Bissinger papers, 1800, 1935-2008 (inclusive)

Extent:: 18 linear foot (40 boxes), 6 oversize box, and 1 oversize removal
Abstract:: The papers of American photojournalist, restaurateur, and peace activist Karl Bissinger (1914-2008) encompass nearly seventy years of professional activity. This collection not only provides abundant documentation of Bissinger's careers in photography and social activism, but also offers rich visual resources for the history of photography in post-World War II America.

Held at: University of Delaware Library Special Collections [Contact Us]

Bernie Joe "Tex" Burkett collection related to Watergate, 1974 (inclusive)

Extent:: .33 linear foot (1 box)
Abstract:: Bernie Joe (BJ) “Tex” Burkett (1924-2010), was a Republican political operative and public relations professional. The Bernie Joe "Tex" Burkett collection related to Watergate include a copy of the articles of impeachment proposed by Rep. Harold Donohue (D-MA), as well as background and briefing materials for Senator William Roth (R-DE), preparing the senator for the possible impeachment trial of President Richard M. Nixon.

Held at: University of Delaware Library Special Collections [Contact Us]

Bob and Jann Perez collection of A. Mitchell Palmer materials, 1912-1963 (inclusive) 1912-1925 (bulk)

Extent:: 1 linear_foot (3 boxes)
Abstract:: A. Mitchell Palmer was a Democrat politician from Pennsylvania who served as Congressman, Alien Property Custodian and Attorney General between 1908 and 1921. This collection covers, to a limited degree, each of these three stages of Palmer's career. It includes photographs, correspondence, and administrative documentation relating to Palmer's political campaigns, his support of president Woodrow Wilson, and his involvement with organizations such as the Chemical Foundation, especially during his appointment as Alien Property Custodian.

Held at: University of Pennsylvania: Kislak Center for Special Collections, Rare Books and Manuscripts [Contact Us]

John Mills Hale collection of letters, autographs, and images of the signers of the Declaration of Independence, 1736-1824 (inclusive)

Extent:: 0.66 linear_foot (2 boxes)
Abstract:: This collection consists of a complete set of autographs of the 56 signers of the Declaration of Independence.

Held at: University of Pennsylvania: Kislak Center for Special Collections, Rare Books and Manuscripts [Contact Us]

Henry Charles Lea collection of Inquisition manuscripts, 1533-1866 (inclusive)

Extent:: 0.8 linear feet (3 boxes)
Abstract:: Henry Charles Lea was a Philadelphian publisher, civil and public rights activist, mathematician, and and ecclesiastical historian. This collection consists of original manuscripts including trial records, correspondence, a discourse, an edict, a royal proclamation and unidentified French documents.

Held at: University of Pennsylvania: Kislak Center for Special Collections, Rare Books and Manuscripts [Contact Us]

Henry Charles Lea research collection on the Inquisition, circa 1875-1909 (inclusive)

Extent:: 56 boxes (+ 1 map drawer folder)
Abstract:: Henry Charles Lea's extensive research on the Inquisition produced works of such breadth and detail that they continue to be essential references for contemporary researchers. Lea's general level of mastery of archives from all over Europe and his ability to read source material in multiple languages, including English, Spanish, Catalan, Portuguese, French, Italian, and German, make it difficult for subsequent scholarship to rival that in his works, published over a hundred years ago. This collection contains copies of the archival material which Lea drew upon heavily in the preparation of his books. These copies, made and sent to Lea from various European archives, were donated to the University of Pennsylvania as part of Lea's library.

Held at: University of Pennsylvania: Kislak Center for Special Collections, Rare Books and Manuscripts [Contact Us]

Sydney S. Keil collection of Latin Americana, 1615-1863 (inclusive)

Extent:: 2.75 linear feet (6 boxes)
Abstract:: The Sydney S. Keil Collection of Latin Americana contains broadsides and other printed material from Latin America dating from the 17th to 19th centuries with the majority dating from the 18th and early 19th centuries. The majority of these items were printed in Mexico, but the collection also includes material printed in Spain, Peru, and Columbia. The collection is particularly strong in printed novenas and other devotional work, as well as government decrees and laws.

Held at: University of Pennsylvania: Kislak Center for Special Collections, Rare Books and Manuscripts [Contact Us]