Further papers of Lord James Douglas-Hamilton relating to historical matters.
Scope and Contents
Correspondence, papers and copies of research documents assembled by Lord James Douglas-Hamilton for the publication of his books 'Motive for a Mission, the Story Behind Rudolf Hess’s Flight to Britain' (1st edition London 1971, 2nd edition Edinburgh 1979 and paperback edition, 1980); 'Air Battle for Malta: The Diaries of a Fighter Pilot', (Edinburgh 1981); and 'Roof of the World: Man’s First Flight Over Everest', (Edinburgh 1983).
Dates
- Creation: 1968-1983.
Language of Materials
English; German; Swedish
Conditions Governing Access
Permission of the depositor is required for access to this collection. Contact Manuscript Division staff for further information.
Conditions Governing Use
Permission of the depositor is required for access to this collection. Contact Manuscript Division staff for further information.
Extent
2.16 Linear metres
Other Finding Aids
The files in this collection have been described in an inventory which is available on the National Library of Scotland`s website: http://www.nls.uk/catalogues/online/cnmi/inventories/dep379.pdf
Immediate Source of Acquisition
Deposited, 1985, by Lord James A Douglas-Hamilton.4 April 1985
- Title
- National Library of Scotland Catalogue of Manuscripts
- Author
- National Library of Scotland
- Description rules
- Finding Aid Prepared Using Local Descriptive Rules
- Language of description
- English
- Script of description
- Latin
Repository Details
Part of the National Library of Scotland Archives and Manuscripts Division Repository