Correspondence with C.B. Norman

  • Reference
    • GB 133 GDN/A/N26
  • Dates of Creation
    • 24 May 1887-28 Jul 1914
  • Physical Description
    • 6 pieces; 7 sheets

Scope and Content

Correspondence with Captain C.B. Norman, army officer, relating to discussion of an offer of articles from a tour of Turkey, Persia, China and Japan undertaken on behalf of a number of British firms to develop and increase their trade within these countries, with discussion of potential terms, which is declined. Also included is a request to be considered as a correspondent for the Manchester Guardian on the Balkan [crisis] of July 1914, with details of previous experience in the region, which is acknowledged.