World Student Games, 1987 - 2001
Scope and Contents
Correspondence and papers concerning the World Student Games (also known as the Universiade) which was held in Sheffield in July 1991. Mainly contains correspondence, reports and press cuttings dating from 1987 to 1992 concerning the planning and financing of the Games, but also contains some material relating to the 10 year anniversary in 2001. Includes correspondence between David Blunkett, officials at Sheffield Council, members of the Labour Group at Sheffield Council, and government ministers. Also includes a copy of the Briefing Pack for the Sheffield delegation's bid for the Games to be held in Sheffield, 1987; and copies of the International University Sports Federation (FISU) bulletin/magazine.
Dates
- Creation: 1987 - 2001
Creator
- From the Fonds: Blunkett, David, Born 1947 (Person)
Conditions Governing Access
Available in the reading room by appointment
Extent
7 Folder(s)
Language of Materials
From the Fonds: English
Repository Details
Part of the Special Collections and Archives Repository
Western Bank Library
University of Sheffield
Western Bank
Sheffield South Yorkshire S10 2TN United Kingdom
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