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II. Austral Islands Primary Sources, 1914-1970, undated

 Series

Scope and Contents

Series II. Austral Islands Primary Sources contains original manuscripts and photocopies of manuscripts, most of which are in Maori; the location of the originals is unknown. This series has been divided into three series; however, it should once again be noted that this arrangement was done by someone unfamiliar with the languages and history of the Austral Islands, and as such, is subject to error. Any and all corrections to arrangement and translation are welcome.

Subseries A. Histories contains written histories about Rurutu that Brunor collected. Subseries B. Land Books and Genealogies contains Parau Tupuna and Parau Papa, books describing family histories, genealogies, and land histories of the Islands. This series also contains copies of maps created by Éric de Bisschop, which were integral to drawing the modern land boundaries of the Islands.

Subseries C. Other contains non-English material that was not able to be identified by the processor.

Dates

  • Creation: 1914-1970, undated

Creator

Conditions Governing Access

This collection is open for research use. Exceptions are items restricted due to format or cultural sensitivity.

Extent

From the Collection: 33.33 Linear Feet (65 boxes, 2 film canisters, 2 flat files, 1 envelope) : The following containers are in the freezer: boxes 1, 2, 3, 46; film canister 1; film canister 2; envelope 1

Language of Materials

English

Repository Details

Part of the Phillips Library Repository

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