University of Cambridge Celibacy Debate

This material is held atCambridge University Library

  • Reference
    • GB 12 MS Add.725
  • Dates of Creation
    • 1857
  • Language of Material
    • English .
  • Physical Description
    • 1 volume(s) 1 volume paper paper

Scope and Content

A collection of signatures, correspondence, financial papers and other material concerning the Celibacy Debate, 1857, compiled by Robert Potts, secretary to the Memorial Committee, c. 1853-70. Various hands. The collection includes original letters and signatures of many Cambridge figures from the period.

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Acquisition Information

Probably deposited by Robert Potts of Trinity College, c. 1870.

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