Spencer, William M. Collection of French Manuscripts 1764-1847

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Spencer, William M. Collection of French Manuscripts 1764-1847

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This collection contains 234 literary and historical manuscripts relating to French affairs from the years 1764 to 1847. A majority of the documents are from the Napoleonic period. Most of the documents are letters written in France in the French language. The letters pertain to a range of topics, from political events to labor unrest to cultural activities. Other materials include legal documents, receipts, and short manuscripts.

Special Collections Research Center, University of Chicago Library,

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