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Incidental notes of a trip to Europe made in 1868
Collection
Identifier: MSS 0097-Item 0029
Abstract
John C. Giles's journal contains a detailed account of his daily activities on a grand tour of Europe taken with his wife and daughter from June 3 to November 24, 1868. Giles described landmarks, churches, museums, plays, concerts, weather, hotels, transportation, shopping, dining, correspondence, people met, and social activities.
Dates:
1868 June 3-November 24
Journal of a voyage to investigate manufacturing in England, Scotland, Wales, and Ireland
Collection
Identifier: MSS 0097-Item 0157
Abstract
This journal was kept by an unknown American travelling in England, Scotland, Wales, and Ireland in 1811-1812. The author provided detailed accounts of British and Irish infrastructure and manufacturing efforts, as well as descriptions of local landmarks, scenery, and customs.
Dates:
1811-1812