Ghana, 1957-1970
Scope and Contents
This series documents Ghana’s history, including schools, hospitals, national leadership, and political governance. Materials address the transition from British colonial rule to independence and Ghana’s foreign relations, including official travel to the United States. The series contains substantial documentation of President Richard Nixon’s visit to Ghana in 1957.
Dates
- Creation: 1957-1970
Partial Extent
12 folders
Partial Extent
2 oversize folders
Arrangement
Arrangement of the General File series is alphabetical by subject, with document types and material from across the AFRO's regional offices interfiled. Subjects are primarily original description assigned by the creators of the collection over the history of its creation and use.
Terminology used in original folder titles evolved across many offices and generations of staff, resulting in similar collection content filed under varying terms. Researchers may benefit from searching a variety of related subjects and names.
Original Location
TN0203, TUB 028; HL0202, HAL 013; WY0102, GFG 007A
Legacy Description
Most materials focus on Ghana's independence from colonial rule.
Processing Information
Ghana files were processed using detailed processing procedures. All the information in the finding aid has been verified against folder content, dates and document types have been added to description for each folder, and in some cases, more granular arrangement and description has been done to facilitate research.
Repository Details
Part of the Afro-American Newspapers Archives/Afro Charities Repository