The Colonial Centre at 17 Russell Square
The site of 17 Russell Square, currently home to the institute and library was formerly the Colonial Centre, which opened in 1943 as a hub for students from the Colonies, members of the armed forces and civilian workers during wartime. The Imperial War Museum has a series of photographs taken by Jack Bryson for the Ministry of Information Photo Division in 1944.
Interesting fact: the Ministry of Information was located in Senate House, University of London during the 1940's.
Video Presentation: The Colonial Centre at IALS
Images of the Colonial Centre: Life at 17 Russell Square
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The Colonial Centre
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