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David Walker papers

 Collection
Identifier: Mss-143
Stefansson Mss-143

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Description

The papers of David Walker consist of correspondence and memorabilia including some biographical material about Walker, Walker's correspondence with his father David, and the First Arctic Medal awarded to him for his service with the McClintock Expedition as well as two Navy flags with his initials embroidered on them. Also includes a note, dated 1847, left in the cairn by members of Sir John Franklin's expedition

Dates

  • 1847 - 1898

Creator

Conditions Governing Access

Unrestricted.

Conditions Governing Use

Permission from Dartmouth College required for publication or reproduction.

Extent

.25 linear ft. (1 box)

Language of Materials

English

Additional Description

Abstract

David Walker (1837-1917), surgeon and naturalist. Consist of correspondence and memorabilia, including some biographical material about Walker, Walker's correspondence with his father David, and the First Arctic Medal awarded to him for his service with the McClintock Expedition, as well as two Navy flags with his initials embroidered on them. Also includes a note, dated 1847, left in the cairn by members of Sir John Franklin's expedition.

Part of the Rauner Library Archives and Manuscripts Repository

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6065 Webster Hall
Hanover NH 03755 USA

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