Further papers of Lord James Douglas-Hamilton relating to historical matters.

Fonds

Identifier: Dep.379

Staff Only

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

Additional Description

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