Administrative Information
Provenance
The papers of Sir George Cockburn, British naval officer, were purchased by the Library of Congress in 1909 and 1912. Three additional items were given by James C. Bately in 1982.
Processing History
The papers of Sir George Cockburn were arranged and described in 1978. The collection was expanded and revised in 1999.
Microfilm
A microfilm edition of part of these papers is available on eleven reels. Consult a reference librarian in the Manuscript Division concerning availability for purchase or interlibrary loan.
Preferred Citation
Researchers wishing to cite this collection should include the following information: Container or reel number, Sir George Cockburn Papers, Manuscript Division, Library of Congress, Washington, D.C.