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"Asiatic Journal for March 1820 in which there is an article, "College of Fort William, Public Disputation", which reports on the disputations in Oriental languages by members of the College. Hodgson took part as the 1st Opponent in Persian and in Bengalee. The disputation was then followed by giving of prizes and certificates for the qualifications awarded by the College. Printed journal, with some annotations, 1 item, dated March 1820.

"Autograph Book belonging to Susan Hodgson, Alderley Grange, Wotton under Edge" A leather bound autograph book belonging to Hodgson's wife, Susan, in which are placed certificates, diplomas, academic and personal correspondence, newspaper cuttings and extracts related to Brian Houghton Hodgson's life. Leather binding with metal clasp. The book's binding is broken and some pages are loose. Care must be taken when using this item.

Copy of an extract from the proceedings of the Asiatic Society of Bengal for 1 May 1839 in which it was reported that Mr Prinsep was the official channel for the transmitting to Mr Hodgson of Nepal, the diploma and letter of appointment as Chevalier of the Legion of Honor of France. This honour was conferred in light of Mr Hodgson's study of the Buddhistical faith and for his procurement of Buddhist literature, and in making known a great variety of new objects in natural history and science. Handwritten copy, 2 sides, dated 1 May 1839.

This is a series of documents of correspondence and testimonials reflecting the activities of Brian Houghton Hodgson in the period 1836-1848. Hodgson and his wives were keen collectors of letters and statements that reflected well upon the work in which he was involved.

Extract from the Journal of the Asiatic Society of Bengal (No. 62, N.S.) to report on the Proceedings of the Asiatic Society for February 1844. The monthly meeting on the 6 February had been an occasion on which Members were afforded an opportunity to express their sentiments on the departure of Hodgson. Printed material, 1 partial copy of 3 sides, 1 fuller extract which includes more details of Hodgson's life and works, 4 sides. Also printed testimonials to Hodgson from the Journal for October 1844, printed material, 8 sides.

Further copy of the extract from the Proceedings of the Asiatic Society of Bengal. Also extract from Madras Journal of Science for July-Sept 1839 concerning Hodgson's work and prospective publication on the Fauna of Nepal. Further extract of "Report on Bhootan by the recent Envoy to the Court" undertaken by Hodgson, dated 1839, and extract from "Swainson's Ornithology and Cabinet Cyclopaedia" and "British and Foreign review" concerning Hodgson's publication. Handwritten, 4 sides, dated 1839.

Journal of the Asiatic Society of Bengal No. CXLVI 1844, in which in the report for the Proceedings of the Asiatic Society for February 1844, in which it is noted that at the Monthly Meeting on 6th February 1844, the departure of Hodgson was noted and his life and generous donations celebrated and listed. Printed pamphlet with annotated cover, 1 item, dated 1844.

Letter from Dr Chandan Roy Chaudhuri, General Secretary of Asiatic Society, to Mr D.J. Duncanson, President of Royal Asiatic Society, to thank him for his letter and convey his appreciation of awarding Professor Sen in this way. He suggests that Mr Duncanson perhaps should be present at the Presentation and take the opportunity to also lecture at The Asiatic Society. Typed with printed letterhead, dated 25 July 1984.

Letter from William Stephen Atkinson, Secretary to the Asiatic Society of Bengal, to Brian Houghton Hodgson to inform Hodgson that he had been elected an Honorary Member of the Society. He includes an extract from the report at his proposal. Handwritten, 2 sides, dated 4 August 1858.

Letters and Extracts concerning the conferment of the Chevalier de ordre royal de la Légion d'honneur, 1838-39. Four items related to the conferment of this honour.