RefNoHD/6/8/6/5/141
Previous numbers93HD.6.1.141
LevelItem
TitleCopy F W Oliver, Mariut, [Egypt], to Professor A V Hill
Date[4 September 1943]
DescriptionLocal news and reminiscences. Talks about the good work of his neighbour, Jennings-Bramly, who acts as a liaison with the Bedouin; recalls a few 'narrow squeaks' filling chairs at UCL; jokes about the longevity of botanists; thinks the Royal Society should make some award to Tansley in recognition of his work; describes his four meetings with Winston Churchill
Extent5pp
FormatCarbon copy
AccessStatusOpen
AccessConditionsOPEN - but with some restrictions
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