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CollectionGB 0231 University of Aberdeen, Special Collections
LevelSeries
Ref NoMS 2270/9
TitleSong books of Bob Cooney, activist
DatePre 1984
Extent2 volumes
DescriptionVolumes containing the song books of Bob Cooney. He was a member of the Aberdeen Communist Party, actively taking part in the politics of his day. The books containing songs are part of the later part of his life when had retired from an active post in the Communist Party and was exiled in Birmingham. He was a minor folk singer who did have at least one record published, he returned to Aberdeen at the end of his life continuing with his song and poem writing.
Access StatusOpen
Access ConditionsThe records are available subject to the signed acceptance of the Department's access conditions.
Related MaterialMS 2270/2/56
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