Robert College Records, 1858-1986

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Robert College Records, 1858-1986

http://findingaids.cul.columbia.edu/ead/nnc-rb/ldpd_6607719

These records contain information related to the formation of Robert College (Bebek, Turkey). They document the founders' attempts to define the mission of a Christian college within the Ottoman Empire, their efforts to obtain permission to purchase land, and their efforts to gain necessary permits to build upon the site.

89 linear ft. (207 boxes).

tur,

bul,

eng,

Columbia University. Rare Book and Manuscript Library

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SNAC Resource ID: 6347591

Columbia University. Rare Book and Manuscript Library

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