Oling Jackson papers (MSS-0085)

This collection predominately reflects Oling Jackson’s involvement with the Republic of Cabo Verde as well as his initiatives with the American Cape Verdean community. It includes professional and personal correspondence, as well as subject files relating to Cape Verde economics and development, Independence celebrations, individuals, and organizations and associations. The collection also contains photographs, which include the Ernestina and its restoration circa 1979, Cape Verde Independence celebrations, and the Special Committee of 24 who were sent on a mission to Cape Verde. Additionally, included in the collection are photographs of Cape Verde, Portugal, and the Azores.