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- 1905 (Creation)
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6 items
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Biographical history
Thomas William Rhys Davids was born in Colchester, Essex, 12 May 1843. He was educated at Brighton School and Breslau University, where he studied Greek and Sanskrit. He held a number of posts in the Ceylon Civil Service, including District Judge and… read more
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Archival history
These items were presented to T.W. Rhys Davids.
Immediate source of acquisition or transfer
T.W. Rhys Davids served as Librarian and Secretary at the Royal Asiatic Society from 1887-1905. It is likely that this material was left at the Society after his departure.
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Scope and content
The papers of Professor T.W. Rhys Davids consist of two certificates. These are:
- Certificate of Thanks for 18 years service as Secretary of Royal Asiatic Society. This is undated but Rhys Davids completed his 18 years, serving as both Secretary and … read more
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Conditions governing access
Open. Please contact the archivist. Details can be found here : https://royalasiaticarchives.org/. The archive is open on Tuesdays and Fridays 10-5, and Thursdays 2-5. Access is to any researcher without appointment but it will help if an appointment is… read more
Conditions governing reproduction
Digital photography (without flash) for research purposes may be permitted upon completion of a copyright declaration form, and with respect to current UK copyright law.
Language of material
- English
- Latin
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Related units of description
T.W. Rhys Davids, in the course of his positions at the Society, created some other records. These will be found within the institutional archives. The Society's collections also hold publications by, and a photograph of, Rhys Davids. More information… read more
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Archivist's note
These papers were catalogued by Nancy Charley, RAS Archivist, in 2022.