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David Livingstone letter

 Item — Folder: 1
Identifier: Vault MSS 445
Image of David Livingstone letter
Image of David Livingstone letter

Scope and Contents

Handwritten and signed letter, dated October 24, 1862, and addressed to Mrs. Robinson in Bagatelle, Moka, Mauritius. The item was composed in Johanna Anjouan, Comoro Islands. Livingstone offers condolences on the loss of Robinson's loved one. He also writes about his exploration from Lake Nyasa and his attempts to stop the illegal slave trade.

Dates

  • Creation: 1862 October 24

Creator

Conditions Governing Access

Open for public research.

Conditions Governing Use

It is the responsibility of the researcher to obtain any necessary copyright clearances. Permission to publish material from David Livingstone letter must be obtained from the Supervisor of Reference Services and/or the L. Tom Perry Special Collections Board of Curators.

Biographical History

David Livingstone was a Scottish missionary and explorer in Africa.

Extent

1 folder (0.01 linear ft.)

Language of Materials

English

Appraisal

19th Century Western and Mormon Manuscripts.

General

Holograph, signed.

Title
Register of David Livingstone letter
Status
Completed
Author
Leslie Evens
Date
2011 October 24
Description rules
Describing Archives: A Content Standard
Language of description
English
Script of description
Latin
Language of description note
Finding aid written in English in Latin script.

Repository Details

Part of the L. Tom Perry Special Collections Repository

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