Letter from Peter Skelton to W.E.D. Allen to give a list of books from the Hakluyt Series that he may provide to Allen. With this letter is also an advertising brochure for Publications of the Hakluyt Society: Kraus Reprint. Letter dated: 31 January 1970.
Skelton Raleigh Ashlin (Peter) 1906-1970 CartographerLetter from Peter Skelton to W.E.D. Allen in which he thanks for Allen for his hospitality and particularly the library, which he regrets not having more time in which to spend. Skelton writes of his perceived problems with the Evliya Celebi project. This letter is incomplete. Dated 4 July 1970.
Skelton Raleigh Ashlin (Peter) 1906-1970 CartographerLetter from Peter Skelton to W.E.D. Allen in which he apologises for short notice for the Hakluyt Society Council Meeting. He then addresses Allen's request for copies of certain materials. Dated: 4 May, 961.
Skelton Raleigh Ashlin (Peter) 1906-1970 CartographerLetter from Peter Wrinch, Department of Philosophy, King's College, London, to Angus Graham to return his article, Value, fact and facing fact with his handwritten comments. The article is with the letter.
Wrinch PeterLetter from Phan Văn Tạo to Dennis J. Duncanson. Phan Văn Tạo writes to Duncanson to let him know of their (Phan Văn Tạo and Quy Van Tao) arrival in Paris after having spent 6 weeks in a boat and in a refugee camp in Guam. Phan Văn Tạo also writes to say that Tuyen was among the last to leave, especially since many were surprised by the turn of events with the conflicts in Vietnam. Phan Văn Tạo is hopeful that, despite his change in circumstances, after some time he will see a clearer future for himself and his family. (Letter in French)
Phan Văn TạoLetter from Phan Văn Tạo to Dennis J. Duncanson. Phan Văn Tạo writes of their wellbeing now that he and his family are now refugees having fled Vietnam for France. Phan Văn Tạo writes that his wife (Quy) has not completely detached herself from everything they had left back home in Vietnam, while he himself struggles to recover during the current period of recession. Concerning Duncanson's prior request for information regarding the Dang Can Lao party, Phan Văn Tạo writes that while his knowledge on the subject is limited, he is knows several party members of the Dang Can Lao who are currently in Paris – specifically Le an Dong (former Secretary of State for Agriculture) who was in charge of organisational matters and Bùi Kiến Thành (the son of Bùi Kiến Tín).
Phan Văn TạoLetter from Phan Văn Tạo to Dennis J. Duncanson. Phan Văn Tạo tells Duncanson of his recent trip to Switzerland for a business trip, while providing his thoughts on communism. Phan Văn Tạo closes his letter with his hopes to see Duncanson again on his next trip to Vietnam. (Letter in French)
Phan Văn TạoLetter from Phan Văn Tạo to Dennis J. Duncanson. Phan Văn Tạo writes of his excitement to learn of Duncanson's forthcoming visit to France when they will meet again. Further, Phan Văn Tạo attaches his responses to Duncanson's questionnaire surrounding the Vietnamese Dang Can Lao party.
Phan Văn TạoLetter from Phan Văn Tạo to Dennis J. Duncanson. Phan Văn Tạo writes of the difficulties he and his family experience as refugees.
Phan Văn TạoLetter from Phan Văn Tạo to Dennis J. Duncanson. Phan Văn Tạo provides an explanation of certain Vietnamese terms relating to "negotiation" and "attack", while also providing his thoughts on the focus of conferences only on "local" conflicts. Phan Văn Tạo updates Duncanson of Thanh's recent employment in the construction sector in France and goes on express his thoughts on life as a refugee.
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