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[Alvin Jr. and Constance Owsley in Venice]
Photograph of siblings Alvin Jr. and Constance Owsley in front of St Mark's Basilica. The two children are surrounded by pigeons and each holds one in their hands. They are both dressed in dark coats and look at the camera.
[Alvin Owsley and his son in Queen Marie of Romania's box]
Photograph of Alvin Owsley and his son, Alvin Owsley Jr., in Queen Marie of Rumania’s box at the riding academy near Cotroceni, Romania. Queen Marie can be seen sitting in the box and smiling. Owsley stands nearby and smiles at the queen.
[The American Legation in Bucharest, Romania]
Photograph of the American Legation in Bucharest, Romania at the time of Alvin M. Owsley's ambassadorship. An automobile can be seen driving past the building. The ground appears to be covered in snow.
[The American Legation in Bucharest, Romania, 2]
Photograph of the American Legation in Bucharest, Romania at the time of Alvin M. Owsley's ambassadorship. The ground and the building appear to be covered in snow.
[Bran Castle in Romania]
Photograph of the Bran Castle in Bran, Romania. The castle can be seen in the distance on a hill. A small road with houses alongside it is visible.
[Buildings in Sinaia, Romania]
Photograph of an illustration of two buildings in Sinaia, Romania. A mountain and forest trees can be seen behind the buildings.
[Housewares for the diplomatic residence in Romania]
Photograph of housewares for the diplomatic residence in Romania. The housewares include cups, saucers, teapot, creamer, sugar, and a serving bowl. The housewares belong to a matching set.
[Housewares for the diplomatic residence in Romania, 2]
Photograph of housewares for the diplomatic residence in Romania. The housewares include plates and serving pieces. The housewares belong to a matching set.
[Interior of the Hărman fortified church]
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[Interior of the wooden church of Bogdan Vodă]
Photograph of a painting of the interior of the wooden church of Bogdan Vodă in Romania.
[Item 8B; Owsley's travels to the UK, Ireland and Indiana]
This home movie incorporates title cards and includes footage of Ann Hathaway's Cottage in the United Kingdom, Cobh, Ireland in June 1937. Scenery in Minnetrista, Indiana can be seen. Individuals enjoying the beaches in Leland, Michigan. The launching of the family boat The Rosemary in July 1937 is also present in the film.
[Letter from Carl Compton to Mrs. S. M. Compton, January 6, 1930]
Letter written by Carl Compton to his mother, Mary, about his travels in Europe.
[Letter to Mr. and Mrs. S. M. Compton]
Letter written by Carl Compton to his parents, Mary and Silas, about hist travels in Italy.
[Letter to Mrs. S. M. Compton]
Letter and envelope written by Carl Compton to his mother, Mary, about his travels in Europe.
[Letter to Mrs. S. M. Compton]
Letter written by Carl Compton to his mother, Mary, about his travels in France.
[Letter to Mrs. S. M. Compton]
Letter and envelope written by Carl Compton to his mother, Mary, about his travels in Switzerland.
[Lucy, Alvin Jr., Constance, and David at Peleș Castle]
Photograph of Lucy, Alvin Jr., Constance, and David Owsley at Peleș Castle in Sinaia, Romania. The family stands on a set of stairs together. The group is gathered for Alvin Owsley Senior's presentation of his credentials as the new United States minister of Romania to King Carol II.
[Men gathered on the stairs at Peleș Castle]
Photograph of a group of men gathered on the stairs at Peleș Castle in Sinaia, Romania. Some of the men are dressed in format attire with top hats and others are dressed in military uniforms. Alvin Owsley can be seen at the top of the stairs, in the center of the image (to the left of the man in a military uniform). The group is gathered for Owsley's presentation of his credentials as the new United States minister of Romania to King Carol II.
[The Owsley family in Athens, Greece]
Photograph of Alvin M. Sr., Alvin M. Jr., Constance, and Lucy Owsley posing in front of the Erechtheion also known as the Old Temple of Athena in Athens, Greece. Alvin Sr. can be seen holding his in one hand and looking at the camera. Four caryatids can be seen behind than as part of the temple.
[Owsley in Denmark presenting his credentials to the King]
Film of Alvin M. Owsley presenting his credentials to Christian X, King of Denmark in 1937.
[Plates intended for the diplomatic residence in Romania]
Photograph of two plates intended for the diplomatic residence in Romania. The two plates appear to belong to the same dish set.
Pomp Reigns as Italy's Prince Weds Royal Sweetheart
Photocopy of a newspaper clipping about the marriage of Princess Marie José of Belgium and Crown Prince Umberto II of Italy.
[Radio script by Carl B. Compton]
Radio script written by Carl Compton from WFAM called "Streets of Paris".
[Radio script by Carl B. Compton]
Radio script written by Carl B. Compton called "The Arts of Greece".
[A Romanian woman in traditional dress]
Photograph of a Romanian woman in traditional dress. She stands with a carrying pole on one shoulder which has two containers on both ends of it. Blooming trees can be seen behind her.
[A village church in Romania]
Photograph of a village church in Romania, enclosed by a wooden fence. A woman in traditional dress can be seen walking by the church.
Von der Grenze bis vor Warschau
Photographs and descriptions of the campaign in Poland and the east, featuring Hitler's role as commander and planner. A propaganda work glorifying Hitler and the German soldiers.
[The Voroneț Monastery in Romania]
Postcard with an image of a painting depicting the Voroneț Monastery in Romanian village of Voroneț.
Weisbuch und Führerkundgebungen
Photographs and descriptions of the campaign in Poland and the east, featuring Hitler's role as commander and planner. A propaganda work glorifying Hitler and the German soldiers.
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