Description
The Gilbert Roland papers span the years 1908-1979 (bulk 1947-1977) and encompass 16.8 linear feet.
The collection contains film and television scripts; clippings; scrapbooks; unpublished writings by
Roland, in the form of screenplays, short stories, and a substantial memoir; correspondence, including
letters from Greta Garbo and Clara Bow; and photographs. The photograph series consists of 575 items,
including prints, snapshots, proof sheets, negatives, postcards, 35mm color slides, and View Master
discs. There are scene, off-camera, and portrait photographs, as well as pictures of sports-related
activities, Roland's Army Service, and his appearances on television.
Restrictions
Property rights to the physical object belong to the Margaret Herrick Library. Researchers are
responsible for obtaining all necessary rights, licenses, or permissions from the appropriate companies
or individuals before quoting from or publishing materials obtained from the library.