Papers of David Gordon Lyon, 1861, 1872-1935.

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Papers of David Gordon Lyon, 1861, 1872-1935.

1861-1935

http://nrs.harvard.edu/urn-3:HUL.ARCH:hua06004

The Papers of David Gordon Lyon document his studies in the history, language, and antiquities of ancient Assyria and Babylonia. These papers include biographical materials, correspondence, lectures, writings, teaching materials, and photographs of Lyon's archeological excavations.

6.5 cubic feet (16 document boxes, 1 portfolio box, 1 card file box, 1 record carton).

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Harvard University Archives.

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Harvard University Archives.

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