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Ottoman Empire. World - Ottoman Empire . Former nation/state/empire.

 Subject
Subject Source: Getty Thesaurus of Geographic Names

Found in 27 Collections and/or Records:

Letters of Sara and Benjamin Austen to Austen Henry Layard., 1842-1849.

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Identifier: MS.42002
Scope and Contents

The letters were sent to Layard during his early travels through, and his archaeological excavations in, the Ottoman Empire.

Dates: 1842-1849.
Found in: National Library of Scotland Archives and Manuscripts Division / Archive of John Murray, publishers. / Correspondence of or concerning authors published by John Murray, with related manuscripts. / Papers of and concerning Sara and Benjamin Austen. / Letters of and to Sara and Benjamin Austen. / Letters of Sara and Benjamin Austen to Austen Henry Layard.

Manuscripts and proofs of the works of Austen Henry Layard concerning his journeys through, and his archaeological excavations and diplomatic missions in, the Ottoman Empire., 1845-1882.

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Identifier: MSS.42346-42384
Scope and Contents

The manuscripts, proofs and typescripts in this series all relate to the written works of Layard about his experiences and work within the Ottoman Empire. This includes some of his most well known publications, including 'Nineveh and its Remains', which was first published by John Murray in 1849.

Dates: 1845-1882.
Found in: National Library of Scotland Archives and Manuscripts Division / Archive of John Murray, publishers. / Correspondence of or concerning authors published by John Murray, with related manuscripts. / Papers of and concerning Austen Henry Layard. / Manuscripts and proofs of various works by Austen Henry Layard.

Typescript, "Manuscript (relating to Lord Granville)", by Austen Henry Layard., Circa 1883.

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Identifier: MS.42385
Scope and Contents From the Sub-Series:

Austen Henry Layard wrote books and articles about his travels, excavations, later career and painting. Many of the publications were published by John Murray during a period of over 50 years.

The papers here contain the manuscripts and proofs for many of these works, including articles Layard wrote for the 'Quarterly Review'. There are also typescripts in this series, mostly relating to memoirs of Layard from his time as British Minister to Spain and Turkey.

Dates: Circa 1883.
Found in: National Library of Scotland Archives and Manuscripts Division / Archive of John Murray, publishers. / Correspondence of or concerning authors published by John Murray, with related manuscripts. / Papers of and concerning Austen Henry Layard. / Manuscripts and proofs of various works by Austen Henry Layard.

Typescript, "Notes to manuscript. Turkey", by Austen Henry Layard., 1882.

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Identifier: MS.42362
Scope and Contents From the Sub-Series:

The manuscript was not published.

Dates: 1882.
Found in: National Library of Scotland Archives and Manuscripts Division / Archive of John Murray, publishers. / Correspondence of or concerning authors published by John Murray, with related manuscripts. / Papers of and concerning Austen Henry Layard. / Manuscripts and proofs of various works by Austen Henry Layard. / Manuscripts and proofs of the works of Austen Henry Layard concerning his journeys through, and his archaeological excavations and diplomatic missions in, the Ottoman Empire. / Typescript of Austen Henry Layard`s memoirs of his time as British Ambassador to Turkey, 1877-1880.

Typescript of Austen Henry Layard`s memoirs of his time as British Ambassador to Turkey, 1877-1880., 1882.

 Sub-Series
Identifier: MSS.42362-42384
Scope and Contents

The manuscript was not published.

Dates: 1882.
Found in: National Library of Scotland Archives and Manuscripts Division / Archive of John Murray, publishers. / Correspondence of or concerning authors published by John Murray, with related manuscripts. / Papers of and concerning Austen Henry Layard. / Manuscripts and proofs of various works by Austen Henry Layard. / Manuscripts and proofs of the works of Austen Henry Layard concerning his journeys through, and his archaeological excavations and diplomatic missions in, the Ottoman Empire.

Typescript, "[Turkey.] 1877. Section III", by Austen Henry Layard., 1882.

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Identifier: MS.42365
Scope and Contents

"To the end of June. Crossing of the Danube by Russians. British fleet ordered to Besika Bay."

Section III is accompanied by a supplement, "1. Despatch to Earl of Derby. June 13. 1877. 2. Despatch to Earl of Derby. 19. June. 1877."

Dates: 1882.
Found in: National Library of Scotland Archives and Manuscripts Division / Archive of John Murray, publishers. / Correspondence of or concerning authors published by John Murray, with related manuscripts. / Papers of and concerning Austen Henry Layard. / Manuscripts and proofs of various works by Austen Henry Layard. / Manuscripts and proofs of the works of Austen Henry Layard concerning his journeys through, and his archaeological excavations and diplomatic missions in, the Ottoman Empire. / Typescript of Austen Henry Layard`s memoirs of his time as British Ambassador to Turkey, 1877-1880.

Typescript, "Turkey. 1877. Section VI", by Austen Henry Layard., 1882.

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Identifier: MS.42368
Scope and Contents

"Victories and reverses of Turks in Europe and Asia. Investment of Plevna - Fall of Kars - State of affairs to the end of November 1877."

Dates: 1882.
Found in: National Library of Scotland Archives and Manuscripts Division / Archive of John Murray, publishers. / Correspondence of or concerning authors published by John Murray, with related manuscripts. / Papers of and concerning Austen Henry Layard. / Manuscripts and proofs of various works by Austen Henry Layard. / Manuscripts and proofs of the works of Austen Henry Layard concerning his journeys through, and his archaeological excavations and diplomatic missions in, the Ottoman Empire. / Typescript of Austen Henry Layard`s memoirs of his time as British Ambassador to Turkey, 1877-1880.

Typescript, "Turkey. 1878. Section VIII", by Austen Henry Layard., 1882.

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Identifier: MS.42370
Scope and Contents

"Progress of the war during January - Surrender of Adrianople - Negociations for an armistice - Russian conditions of peace - Fleet comes to the Dardanelles and goes back again."

Dates: 1882.
Found in: National Library of Scotland Archives and Manuscripts Division / Archive of John Murray, publishers. / Correspondence of or concerning authors published by John Murray, with related manuscripts. / Papers of and concerning Austen Henry Layard. / Manuscripts and proofs of various works by Austen Henry Layard. / Manuscripts and proofs of the works of Austen Henry Layard concerning his journeys through, and his archaeological excavations and diplomatic missions in, the Ottoman Empire. / Typescript of Austen Henry Layard`s memoirs of his time as British Ambassador to Turkey, 1877-1880.

Typescript, "Turkey. 1878. Section XVI", by Austen Henry Layard., 1882.

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Identifier: MS.42378
Scope and Contents

"The Armenians and protestants - Protection and reforms obtained for them - Observations on the Treaty of Berlin - The murder of Mehemet Ali Pasha."

Section XVI is accompanied by a supplement : typescript transcription of a dispatch by Layard :

"Despatch to Lord Salisbury. 12 August. 1878".

Dates: 1882.
Found in: National Library of Scotland Archives and Manuscripts Division / Archive of John Murray, publishers. / Correspondence of or concerning authors published by John Murray, with related manuscripts. / Papers of and concerning Austen Henry Layard. / Manuscripts and proofs of various works by Austen Henry Layard. / Manuscripts and proofs of the works of Austen Henry Layard concerning his journeys through, and his archaeological excavations and diplomatic missions in, the Ottoman Empire. / Typescript of Austen Henry Layard`s memoirs of his time as British Ambassador to Turkey, 1877-1880.

Typescript, "Turkey. 1878. Section XVIII", by Austen Henry Layard., 1882.

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Identifier: MS.42380
Scope and Contents "From August to November. Mukhtar Pasha sent to Crete. Surrender of Batoum. Correspondence with Porte etc., as to reforms under Cyprus Convention. Withdrawal of Fleet from Prinkipo and Russian forces from San Stefano. Haireddin Pasha. Negociations with Austria for occupation of Bosnia. Midhat Pasha. Determination of Her Majesty`s Government to enforce Treaty of Berlin. Fall of Safvet. Haireddin Grand Vizir. Resumé end of year 1878."Section XVIII is accompanied by a supplement :...
Dates: 1882.
Found in: National Library of Scotland Archives and Manuscripts Division / Archive of John Murray, publishers. / Correspondence of or concerning authors published by John Murray, with related manuscripts. / Papers of and concerning Austen Henry Layard. / Manuscripts and proofs of various works by Austen Henry Layard. / Manuscripts and proofs of the works of Austen Henry Layard concerning his journeys through, and his archaeological excavations and diplomatic missions in, the Ottoman Empire. / Typescript of Austen Henry Layard`s memoirs of his time as British Ambassador to Turkey, 1877-1880.

Typescript, "Turkey. 1879-80. Section XXII", by Austen Henry Layard., 1882.

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Identifier: MS.42384
Scope and Contents "Negociations about Bosnia and Montenegro - Alleged conspiracies against Sultan - Conclusion of Slave Trade Convention - Assassination of Col. Kummeroff - Capture of Col. Synge by brigands - Greek fontier question - Fall of Lord Beaconsfield`s ministry - My recall - Mr. Goschen`s arrival at Constantinople - Departure for England - Resumé of condition of affairs in Turkey - The Sultan`s character."Section XXII is accompanied by a supplement : typescript transcription of a dispatch...
Dates: 1882.
Found in: National Library of Scotland Archives and Manuscripts Division / Archive of John Murray, publishers. / Correspondence of or concerning authors published by John Murray, with related manuscripts. / Papers of and concerning Austen Henry Layard. / Manuscripts and proofs of various works by Austen Henry Layard. / Manuscripts and proofs of the works of Austen Henry Layard concerning his journeys through, and his archaeological excavations and diplomatic missions in, the Ottoman Empire. / Typescript of Austen Henry Layard`s memoirs of his time as British Ambassador to Turkey, 1877-1880.

Typescript, "Turkey. Section I. 1877", by Austen Henry Layard., 1882.

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Identifier: MS.42363
Scope and Contents

"To the declaration of war by Russia and its commencement."

Dates: 1882.
Found in: National Library of Scotland Archives and Manuscripts Division / Archive of John Murray, publishers. / Correspondence of or concerning authors published by John Murray, with related manuscripts. / Papers of and concerning Austen Henry Layard. / Manuscripts and proofs of various works by Austen Henry Layard. / Manuscripts and proofs of the works of Austen Henry Layard concerning his journeys through, and his archaeological excavations and diplomatic missions in, the Ottoman Empire. / Typescript of Austen Henry Layard`s memoirs of his time as British Ambassador to Turkey, 1877-1880.

Typescript, "Turkey. Section II. 1877", by Austen Henry Layard., 1882.

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Identifier: MS.42364
Scope and Contents

"To the end of May and first proposals for peace."

Section II is accompanied by a supplement, "Dispatch to Earl of Derby. 30. May. 1877".

Dates: 1882.
Found in: National Library of Scotland Archives and Manuscripts Division / Archive of John Murray, publishers. / Correspondence of or concerning authors published by John Murray, with related manuscripts. / Papers of and concerning Austen Henry Layard. / Manuscripts and proofs of various works by Austen Henry Layard. / Manuscripts and proofs of the works of Austen Henry Layard concerning his journeys through, and his archaeological excavations and diplomatic missions in, the Ottoman Empire. / Typescript of Austen Henry Layard`s memoirs of his time as British Ambassador to Turkey, 1877-1880.

Typescript, "Turkey. Section IV. 1877", by Austen Henry Layard., 1882.

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Identifier: MS.42366
Scope and Contents

"Continuation of war - Efforts in favor of peace - `Turkish Compassionate Fund.`"

Section IV is accompanied by a supplement : "Despatch to Earl of Derby. 25th June. 1877. [and] Despatch to Earl of Derby. 14th August. 1877".

Dates: 1882.
Found in: National Library of Scotland Archives and Manuscripts Division / Archive of John Murray, publishers. / Correspondence of or concerning authors published by John Murray, with related manuscripts. / Papers of and concerning Austen Henry Layard. / Manuscripts and proofs of various works by Austen Henry Layard. / Manuscripts and proofs of the works of Austen Henry Layard concerning his journeys through, and his archaeological excavations and diplomatic missions in, the Ottoman Empire. / Typescript of Austen Henry Layard`s memoirs of his time as British Ambassador to Turkey, 1877-1880.

Typescript, "Turkey. Section IX. 1878", by Austen Henry Layard., 1882.

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Identifier: MS.42371
Scope and Contents

"Negociations for bases of peace and armistice at Adrianople - Russian tricks and duplicity to delay their conclusion - Change in Austrian policy - Advance of Russians to Tchataldje - Return of Plenipotentaries and signature of bases of peace and armistice."

Section IX is accompanied by a supplement : "Despatch to Earl of Derby. 28. January. 1878".

Dates: 1882.
Found in: National Library of Scotland Archives and Manuscripts Division / Archive of John Murray, publishers. / Correspondence of or concerning authors published by John Murray, with related manuscripts. / Papers of and concerning Austen Henry Layard. / Manuscripts and proofs of various works by Austen Henry Layard. / Manuscripts and proofs of the works of Austen Henry Layard concerning his journeys through, and his archaeological excavations and diplomatic missions in, the Ottoman Empire. / Typescript of Austen Henry Layard`s memoirs of his time as British Ambassador to Turkey, 1877-1880.

Typescript, "Turkey. Section V. 1877", by Austen Henry Layard., 1882.

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Identifier: MS.42367
Scope and Contents

"Continuation of the war - Successes of Turks in Europe and Asia - The Gueschoffs - Visit to the Fleet - Troy."

Dates: 1882.
Found in: National Library of Scotland Archives and Manuscripts Division / Archive of John Murray, publishers. / Correspondence of or concerning authors published by John Murray, with related manuscripts. / Papers of and concerning Austen Henry Layard. / Manuscripts and proofs of various works by Austen Henry Layard. / Manuscripts and proofs of the works of Austen Henry Layard concerning his journeys through, and his archaeological excavations and diplomatic missions in, the Ottoman Empire. / Typescript of Austen Henry Layard`s memoirs of his time as British Ambassador to Turkey, 1877-1880.

Typescript, "Turkey. Section VII. 1877", by Austen Henry Layard., 1882.

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Identifier: MS.42369
Scope and Contents

"Efforts of Turkey to obtain mediation of England - Fall of Plevna and reverses of Turks in Asia - Assembly of Turkish Parliament - England about to interfere - End of 1877."

Section VII is accompanied by a supplement : "Secret despatch to Earl of Derby. 4 Dec. 1877".

Dates: 1882.
Found in: National Library of Scotland Archives and Manuscripts Division / Archive of John Murray, publishers. / Correspondence of or concerning authors published by John Murray, with related manuscripts. / Papers of and concerning Austen Henry Layard. / Manuscripts and proofs of various works by Austen Henry Layard. / Manuscripts and proofs of the works of Austen Henry Layard concerning his journeys through, and his archaeological excavations and diplomatic missions in, the Ottoman Empire. / Typescript of Austen Henry Layard`s memoirs of his time as British Ambassador to Turkey, 1877-1880.

Typescript, "Turkey. Section X. 1878", by Austen Henry Layard., 1882.

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Identifier: MS.42372
Scope and Contents

"The Fleet ordered up to Constantinople - Russians threaten to enter city - Prorogation of the Chambers - Greece invades Thessaly - The Fleet anchors at the Prince`s Islands - Arrival of M. Fournier."

Section X is accompanied by a manuscript transcription of an article from "The Daily News", 7 February 1878 : "Latest Telegrams. The peace negotiations. Server Pacha on English policy. Charges against Lord Beaconsfield and Mr. Layard".

Dates: 1882.
Found in: National Library of Scotland Archives and Manuscripts Division / Archive of John Murray, publishers. / Correspondence of or concerning authors published by John Murray, with related manuscripts. / Papers of and concerning Austen Henry Layard. / Manuscripts and proofs of various works by Austen Henry Layard. / Manuscripts and proofs of the works of Austen Henry Layard concerning his journeys through, and his archaeological excavations and diplomatic missions in, the Ottoman Empire. / Typescript of Austen Henry Layard`s memoirs of his time as British Ambassador to Turkey, 1877-1880.

Typescript, "Turkey. Section XI. 1878", by Austen Henry Layard., 1882.

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Identifier: MS.42373
Scope and Contents

"Negociations for armistice and bases of peace - Preliminary Treaty of San Stefano - Visit of Grand Duke Nicholas to the Sultan - Resignation of Lord Derby."

Section XI is accompanied by a typescript supplement :

"Private letter to Earl of Beaconsfield. 20, March 1878."

"Private laetter [sic] to Earl of Derby. 27. March 1878."

"Despatch `most secret` to Earl of Derby 28. March 1878."

Dates: 1882.
Found in: National Library of Scotland Archives and Manuscripts Division / Archive of John Murray, publishers. / Correspondence of or concerning authors published by John Murray, with related manuscripts. / Papers of and concerning Austen Henry Layard. / Manuscripts and proofs of various works by Austen Henry Layard. / Manuscripts and proofs of the works of Austen Henry Layard concerning his journeys through, and his archaeological excavations and diplomatic missions in, the Ottoman Empire. / Typescript of Austen Henry Layard`s memoirs of his time as British Ambassador to Turkey, 1877-1880.

Typescript, "Turkey. Section XII. 1878", by Austen Henry Layard., 1882.

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Identifier: MS.42374
Scope and Contents

"Opposition of Greeks to Treaty - Lord Salisbury takes office - His circular - Attempt to fortify Constantinople - Austria asks for Bosnia - Insurrection in Thessaly - Resignation of Ahmed Vefyk Pasha - Negociations for withdrawal of British Fleet and Russian Army - Todleben succeeds Grand Duke Nicholas."

Dates: 1882.
Found in: National Library of Scotland Archives and Manuscripts Division / Archive of John Murray, publishers. / Correspondence of or concerning authors published by John Murray, with related manuscripts. / Papers of and concerning Austen Henry Layard. / Manuscripts and proofs of various works by Austen Henry Layard. / Manuscripts and proofs of the works of Austen Henry Layard concerning his journeys through, and his archaeological excavations and diplomatic missions in, the Ottoman Empire. / Typescript of Austen Henry Layard`s memoirs of his time as British Ambassador to Turkey, 1877-1880.

Typescript, "Turkey. Section XIII. 1878", by Austen Henry Layard., 1882.

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Identifier: MS.42375
Scope and Contents

"Austrian negociations for the occupation of Bosnia. Forward movement of Russian troops - Alarm at Constantinople - Ali Souavi`s conspiracy - Effect upon the Sultan - Fall of Sadyk Pasha."

Dates: 1882.
Found in: National Library of Scotland Archives and Manuscripts Division / Archive of John Murray, publishers. / Correspondence of or concerning authors published by John Murray, with related manuscripts. / Papers of and concerning Austen Henry Layard. / Manuscripts and proofs of various works by Austen Henry Layard. / Manuscripts and proofs of the works of Austen Henry Layard concerning his journeys through, and his archaeological excavations and diplomatic missions in, the Ottoman Empire. / Typescript of Austen Henry Layard`s memoirs of his time as British Ambassador to Turkey, 1877-1880.

Typescript, "Turkey. Section XIV. 1878", by Austen Henry Layard., 1882.

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Identifier: MS.42376
Scope and Contents

"Negociations for and conclusion of the Cyprus Convention - My views as to Mohammerah - Safvet Pasha named Grand Vizer - Negociations with reference to Greece and Crete - Opposition of Rumania to Russia."

Section XIV is accompanied by a typescript supplement : "Private letter to Lord Salisbury", 15 May 1878.

Dates: 1882.
Found in: National Library of Scotland Archives and Manuscripts Division / Archive of John Murray, publishers. / Correspondence of or concerning authors published by John Murray, with related manuscripts. / Papers of and concerning Austen Henry Layard. / Manuscripts and proofs of various works by Austen Henry Layard. / Manuscripts and proofs of the works of Austen Henry Layard concerning his journeys through, and his archaeological excavations and diplomatic missions in, the Ottoman Empire. / Typescript of Austen Henry Layard`s memoirs of his time as British Ambassador to Turkey, 1877-1880.

Typescript, "Turkey. Section XIX. 1879", by Austen Henry Layard., 1882.

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Identifier: MS.42381
Scope and Contents

"Fleet moved to Ismid - Convention with Austria - Rustem Pasha named Governor General of Eastern Rumelia - French policy in the East - The Jacobites, Chaldeans and Catholic Armenians - Russian intrigues - The Sultan - His mode of life - Safvet Pasha invested with the Star of India - Obtain leave of absence and return to England - Proposal for settlement of Greek question by Her Majesty`s Government - Return to Constantinople - Audience of the Sultan."

Dates: 1882.
Found in: National Library of Scotland Archives and Manuscripts Division / Archive of John Murray, publishers. / Correspondence of or concerning authors published by John Murray, with related manuscripts. / Papers of and concerning Austen Henry Layard. / Manuscripts and proofs of various works by Austen Henry Layard. / Manuscripts and proofs of the works of Austen Henry Layard concerning his journeys through, and his archaeological excavations and diplomatic missions in, the Ottoman Empire. / Typescript of Austen Henry Layard`s memoirs of his time as British Ambassador to Turkey, 1877-1880.

Typescript, "Turkey. Section XV. 1878", by Austen Henry Layard., 1882.

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Identifier: MS.42377
Scope and Contents "The Salisbury-Schuvaloff agreement - Threatening position of Russians before Constantinople - Firman for occupation of Cyprus - Exchange of ratifications of Cyprus convention - Occupation of Bosnia by Austria - The Pomaks - Commission of enquiry into their condition."Section XV is accompanied by a supplement : typescript transcriptions of three dispatches by Layard : "Despatch to Lord Salisbury 4. July 1878";"Despatch to Lord Salisbury 8 July 1878";...
Dates: 1882.
Found in: National Library of Scotland Archives and Manuscripts Division / Archive of John Murray, publishers. / Correspondence of or concerning authors published by John Murray, with related manuscripts. / Papers of and concerning Austen Henry Layard. / Manuscripts and proofs of various works by Austen Henry Layard. / Manuscripts and proofs of the works of Austen Henry Layard concerning his journeys through, and his archaeological excavations and diplomatic missions in, the Ottoman Empire. / Typescript of Austen Henry Layard`s memoirs of his time as British Ambassador to Turkey, 1877-1880.

Typescript, "Turkey. Section XVII. 1878", by Austen Henry Layard., 1882.

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Identifier: MS.42379
Scope and Contents

"Occupation of Bosnia by Austria - Pacification of Crete - Rectification of Greek frontiers - Surrender of Varna and Schumla - Audience of Sultan - His sons - Change in succession - My memorandum on reforms."

Dates: 1882.
Found in: National Library of Scotland Archives and Manuscripts Division / Archive of John Murray, publishers. / Correspondence of or concerning authors published by John Murray, with related manuscripts. / Papers of and concerning Austen Henry Layard. / Manuscripts and proofs of various works by Austen Henry Layard. / Manuscripts and proofs of the works of Austen Henry Layard concerning his journeys through, and his archaeological excavations and diplomatic missions in, the Ottoman Empire. / Typescript of Austen Henry Layard`s memoirs of his time as British Ambassador to Turkey, 1877-1880.

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