Napoleonic Relics
JL 1005
Bodleian Libraries, University of Oxford
Description
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Title
Napoleonic Relics
Shelfmark
JL 1005
Summary
Napoleonic Relics
Date
c.1800-1920 and n.d.
Language
English
Physical extent
1 box
Custodial history
The relics were accumulated by the Bennett family, some having reputedly been purchased by Captain James Bennett at the auction of Napoleon's effects at Longwood House. They were passed down through Captain Bennett's descendants to Miss Viola Bennet.
Acquisition
Donated to the Bodleian Library by Miss Viola Bennet in 1982.
Subject
20th century
19th century
St Helena -- History
