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In addition to general collections and online subscription databases, journals, and ebooks, the Library holds more than 500 named collections which are distinguished by their specialized subject matter, age, uniqueness, or value. Most of the listed collections on this page are located in the John Hay Library. To locate digitized collections, see the list available at the Center for Digital Scholarship site and search the Brown Digital Repository.

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The Garibaldi (aka Heroic life and career of Garibaldi)

Panorama painting of 55 scenes depicting the life and campaigns of Guiseppe Garibaldi from early age through the battle of Aspromonte in August 1862. This panorama was mounted on rollers so it could be unrolled slowly as a narrator described each scene to the audience. Includes a manuscript narration text.
Format(s): Graphics
Library: Collections Annex
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Access to the collection:

Online Catalog (BruKnow):

The Heroic Life & Career of Garibaldi

Other Online Access:
Database: The Heroic Life & Career of Garibaldi

Related Collections:
Anne S.K. Brown Military Collection