New SVU Publications

On the occasion of SVU World Congress in Olomouc, a number of new SVU monographs have been released which we would like to bring to the attention of SVU members..

1. Miloslav Rechcigl, Jr., Czech-American Historic Sites, Monuments, and Memorabilia. Olomouc-Ostrava: Centrum pro ceskoslovenska studia pri Katedre historie Filozoficke fakulty Univerzity Palackeho v Olomouci, 2004. 142 p.

A tentative listing of historic sites and monuments in the US that have some bearing on Czech emigrants, their life and activities in their new homeland. Based on a comprehensive survey undertaken by SVU, in cooperation with major Czech-American organizations, associated with the National Heritage Commission, in their efforts to preserve the Czech cultural heritage in the US. An important resource for scholars and students.

2. Miloslav Rechcigl, Jr. Czechoslovak Archivalia. Vol. 1. Olomouc-Ostrava: Centrum pro ceskoslovenska studia pri Katedre historie Filozoficke fakulty Univerzity Palackeho v Olomouci, 2004. 206 p.

A tentative listing of US-based archival material and library holdings relating to emigres and exiles from the territory of former Czechoslovakia and relevant holdings bearing on their ancestral land. Based on a comprehensive survey undertaken by SVU in cooperation with the National Heritage Commission. This volume includes US government repositories, university-based collections, collections maintained by public museums and libraries, collections of ethnic and other related organizations. An indispensable resource for scholars and students.

3. Miloslav Rechcigl, Jr., Czechoslovak American Archivalia. Vol. 2. Olomouc-Ostrava: Centrum pro ceskoslovenska studia pri Katedre historie Filozoficke fakulty Univerzity Palackeho v Olomouci, 2004. 368 p.

The second volume covers personal papers and collections, and repositories abroad. Included are notable personalities, as well as lesser known individuals, emigrants and exiles, who have distinguished themselves in public life and in professions. An indispensable resource for scholars and students.

4. Czech and Slovak American Archival Materials and their Preservation. Conference Proceedings. Edited by Miloslav Rechcigl, Jr. Prague: Prague Edition Ltd., 2004.166 p.

This volume comprises the papers presented at the working Conference on Czech and Slovak American Archival Materials and their Preservation, held at the Czech and Slovak Embassies in Washington, DC, under the auspices of the US Commission for the Preservation of America Heritage Abroad. This unique conference was prompted by the general concern about the status of Czech and Slovak American archival materials, most of which are still in private hands and in real danger of being destroyed or lost. This was the first time that most important "players", on both sides of the Atlantic, archivists and scholars, government representatives and community leaders were able to meet, exchange information and debate the problem. As a result of the conference, specific ways to deal with the problems were proposed and concrete steps have been outlined for future cooperation.

5. The Transformation of Czech and Slovak Societies on the Threshold of the New Millennium and their Role in the Global World. Selected Papers from the 21st World Congress, June 23-30, 2002. Edited by Jan P. Skalny and Miloslav Rechcigl, Jr. Plzen: Ales Cenek, 2004. 640 p.

This publication is based on selected papers that have been presented by mostly American authors who participated at the SVU World Congress, held at the University of West Bohemia in Plzen. As the title, which was the Congress theme, implies, the aim of the Congress was to look at the Czech and Slovak society from various aspects with the perspective of the future in the new Millennium. In addition to the main theme, there were other sessions relating to Czech and Slovak matters, including the Czechs and Slovaks abroad. Various facets of the programs encompassed history, politics, law and economics, business, civil society, women’s issues, religion, environment, information, technology, international relations, media and journalism, etc., which is reflected in the papers included in this volume.

Ordering New SVU Publications

The above publications can all be ordered from SVU Treasurer at the following address: Frank Mucha, SVU Treasurer, 36 W 99 Street, Apt. 1, New York, NY 19925, The prices are quoted below. Please add $5 for shipping.

1. Miloslav Rechcigl, Jr., Czech-American Historic Sites, Monuments, and Memorabilia. Olomouc-Ostrava: Centrum pro ceskoslovenska studia pri Katedre historie Filozoficke fakulty Univerzity Palackeho v Olomouci, 2004. 142 p. Price: $15.

2. Miloslav Rechcigl, Jr. Czechoslovak Archivalia. 2 Vols. Olomouc-Ostrava: Centrum pro ceskoslovenska studia pri Katedre historie Filozoficke fakulty Univerzity Palackeho v Olomouci, 2004. 206 p., 368 p. Total price: $25.

3. Czech and Slovak American Archival Materials and their Preservation. Proceedings of the Working Conference on Czech and Slovak American Archival Materials, held at the Czech and Slovak Embassies, Washington, DC, 2003. Prague: Prague Edition Ltd., 2004.166 p. Price: $10.

4. The Transformation of Czech and Slovak Societies on the Threshold of the New Millennium and their Role in the Global World. Selected Papers from the 21st World Congress, June 23-30, 2002. Edited by Jan P. Skalny and Miloslav Rechcigl, Jr. Plzen: Ales Cenek, 2004. 640 p. Price: $25.

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