Identity area
Reference code
AU AU-MTC 204-214/1
Title
Annual report of the British and Foreign Bible Society
Date(s)
- 1805-1964 (Creation)
Level of description
Series
Extent and medium
125 bound volumes
Context area
Name of creator
(1804-)
Administrative history
The British and Foreign Bible Society was formed in 1804 by a group of Christians which included Rev Thomas Charles and William Wilberforce. Their initial concern was the lack of Welsh Bibles, inspired by the young Welsh girl Mary Jones, who walked over 20 miles to get a Bible.
Archival history
Immediate source of acquisition or transfer
Content and structure area
Scope and content
The annual reports of the British and Foreign Bible Society. Held in the Library collection - search Library catalogue to find.
Appraisal, destruction and scheduling
Accruals
System of arrangement
Chronological
Conditions of access and use area
Conditions governing access
Unrestricted