George Marsh papers
Description
The papers of George Marsh contain letters written while he was a congressman, some on political matters including letters describing a journey to Turkey and tour of Palestine, letters (chiefly on personal matters) written while he was ambassador to Turkey (1850-1853) and a letter to George Ticknor on etymology. A Lecture on "The justice and Expediency of Laws Regulating Trade" is also included.
Dates
- 1835 - 1870
Creator
- Marsh, George Perkins, 1801-1882 (Person)
Conditions Governing Access
Unrestricted.
Conditions Governing Use
Permission from Dartmouth College required for publication or reproduction.
Extent
.25 Linear Feet (1 box)
2 Digital File(s)
Language of Materials
English
Additional Description
Abstract
George P. Marsh (1801-1882), diplomat. Dartmouth College Class of of 1820. The collection contains letters written while he was a congressman, some on political matters including letters describing a journey to Turkey and tour of Palestine, letters written while an ambassador to Turkey (1850-1853) and a letter to George Ticknor on etymology.
Part of the Rauner Library Archives and Manuscripts Repository