Letters to Kotewall during and after the Japanese Occupation, 1942-1948
Scope and Contents
Comprises letters, reports and news clippings related to Sir Robert Kotewall's activities before, during and after Japanese Occupation, spanning the years 1939-1949. The highlights of this series include secret report "Hong Kong under British rule" submitted to the Japanese, materials related to the Chinese Representative Council (華民代表會) and Chinese Co-operative Council (香港華民各界協議會), as well as Sir Robert Kotewall's report about the Japanese Occupation submitted after war.
Dates
- 1942-1948
Creator
- From the Collection: Kotewall, R. H. (Robert H.) (Person)
- From the Collection: Kotewall, Bobbie (Person)
Language of Materials
Majority in English, some materials in Chinese
Conditions Governing Access
Permission of the donor is required to access the materials. Patrons who wish to consult the collection may apply for access permission by filling the application form, please email to Special Collections (libspeco@hku.hk).
Extent
From the Collection: 13 Linear Feet
Arrangement
Roughly chronological