Identity area
Reference code
GB 891 CG-CG/3
Title
Letters between Christopher Gimson and RAS Secretary, 1–4 April 1965
Date(s)
- 1965 (Creation)
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File
Extent and medium
Handwritten and typed, 2 pieces
Context area
Name of creator
(1886-1975)
Name of creator
(?-2005)
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Immediate source of acquisition or transfer
Content and structure area
Scope and content
Letter from Christopher Gimson to RAS Secretary, introducing himself and the publication project of Yimjao Singh. He writes that he gave money to the Darbar of Manipur in December 1946 to support studies in Manipuri history. He further writes that colleges and younger scholars in Manipur are taking an interest in Manipuri history and their old language but he feels that more trained scholarship is needed. He asks if the Society will be interested in this. With reply from Diana Crawford, RAS Secretary, asking if he has any proposals to put before the RAS Council. Two letters, dated 1–4 April 1965.