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George J. Janecek photograph collection

 Collection
Identifier: P1216

Scope and Contents

The George J. Janecek photograph collection consists of 2 oversize boxes containing 113 black-and-white photographs. Box 1 contains a photograph album called "Allied War Exhibition 1942". The title on the title page was changed in pencil to "The United Nations War Exhibition, February 1942." The photograph album was rebound by George R. Janecek prior to donation. Box 2 contains a portrait with the inscription: "To George J. Janecek with my thanks for devoted service to the United Nations from its earlist days New York December 14, 1953 Yours, T [signature illegible]"

Dates

  • 1942-1953

Creator

Conditions Governing Access

Twenty-four hour advanced notice encouraged. Materials must be used on-site. Access to parts of this collection may be restricted under provisions of state or federal law.

Conditions Governing Use

It is the responsibility of the researcher to obtain any necessary copyright clearances.

Permission to publish material from the George J. Janecek photograph collection must be obtained from the Special Collections Manuscript Curator.

Historical Note

George J. Janecek was the director of the Office of Public Information External Relations Division for the United Nations (UN) in 1960. The UN was established in 1945 by fifty-one countries committed to preserve peace through international cooperation and collective security. It had its origins in the World War II 1942 "Declaration of the United Nations," a statement of allegiance between allied countries pledging to defeat Germany and the Axis.

Extent

1.8 Linear Feet (2 archives) : 113 items

Language of Materials

English

Abstract

George J. Janecek was the director of the Office of Public Information External Relations Division for the United Nations (UN) in 1960. This collection contains an album titled "Allied War Exhibition 1942" and a portrait inscribed to Janacek.

Arrangement

Arranged by subject

Immediate Source of Acquisition

Donated by George J. Janecek in 2000, addendum by George R. Janecek in 2013.

Separated Materials

See also the George J. Janecek papers (ACCN 1807) in the Manuscripts Division of Special Collections.

Processing Information

Processed by Special Collections staff.
Title
Guide to the George J. Janecek photograph collection
Author
Finding aid created by Claire A. Kempa
Date
2022
Description rules
Describing Archives: A Content Standard
Language of description
English
Script of description
Latin
Language of description note
Finding aid written in English.

Repository Details

Part of the J. Willard Marriott Library Special Collections Repository

Contact:
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