Eugene A. Hessel papers concerning José Rizal, 1889-1970, bulk 1964-1969

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Summary

Creators:
Hessel, Eugene A.
Abstract:
This collection chiefly contains the research papers of Presbyterian missionary Eugene A. Hessel (died 2007) on Filipino nationalist José Rizal (1861-1896).
Extent:
Approximately 366 items in 3 boxes
Language:
The records are in English.

Background

Scope and content:

This collection chiefly contains research notes by Eugene A. Hessel, most concerning his studies of José Rizal. Also included are letters, copies of articles, both by Hessel and others, newspaper clippings, printed ephemera, and some photographs. The collection also includes a printed copy of Hessel's 1958 dissertation, "The Religious Thought of José Rizal: its context and theological significance," presented to San Francisco Theological Seminary, and two drafts. There are also a few copies of items written by José Rizal.

Biographical / historical:

Eugene A. Hessel was a Presbyterian minister, seminary professor, and missionary in the Philippines (1947-1969). He was a graduate of the San Francisco Theological Seminary. He died in 2007 in Pasadena, California.

José Protasio Rizal Mercado y Alonso Realonda, popularly known as José Rizal (1861-1896) was a Filipino nationalist at the end of the Spanish colonial period of the Philippines. He was executed by the Spanish colonial government for the crime of rebellion in 1896.

Acquisition information:
Gift of Eugene A. Hessel, May 2007.
Rules or conventions:
Finding Aid prepared using Describing Archives: A Content Standard

Access and use

Restrictions:

Open to qualified researchers by prior application through the Reader Services Department. For more information, contact Reader Services.

Location of this collection:
1151 Oxford Road
San Marino, CA 91108, US
Contact:
(626) 405-2191
reference@huntington.org
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