Franz H. Michael papers, 1948-1964 (bulk 1948-1964).

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Franz H. Michael papers, 1948-1964 (bulk 1948-1964).

Correspondence, minutes, curriculum materials, reports, speeches, and writings relating to Michael's teaching and research in the Far Eastern and Russian Institute, University of Washington, and his activities with the Far Eastern Association (later Association for Asian Studies) and the Pacific Northwest Division, American Institute of Pacific Relations. The collection also includes an oral history interview with Michael relating to the development of Chinese studies in the United States and to various aspects of modern Chinese history.

2.29 cubic feet, including 7 sound cassettes (6 boxes)

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