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- Member of: William W. Sage Collection on Laos
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ContributorsSmucker, Silas (Author)
Created1965
DescriptionReport on the history of the the Phatanakane Project in the Muong Phieng region in Laos, focusing on the economic, agricultural, and civil purposes of the project and its accomplishments thus far.
ContributorsMulder, J. A. Niels (Author)
Created1968
DescriptionThe article describes the concept of merit or bun in Thai Buddhism and how it relates to the organization of the Thai government and educational systems.
ContributorsNginn, Pierre S. (Author)
Created1959
DescriptionArticle describing the New Years Festival in Laos, which takes place in April by following the Buddhist calendar. Mentions Buddhist astrological signs.
Created1967
DescriptionReport on Operation Brotherhood’s activities in Laos and their observations on the behavior of the Lao people.
ContributorsSahai, Sachchidanand (Author)
Created1981
DescriptionAn article describing the Rama saga and how it describes and relates to the history of Southeast Asia, including manuscripts, authorship, and the settlement of certain areas.
Created1964
DescriptionReport on the political conditions, population demographics, history, and government structure of the Kingdom of Laos.
Created1989
DescriptionGuide on the history, climate, geography, language, religion, and cultural customs of the Lao.
ContributorsVercoutre, C. L. (Contributor)
Created1960
DescriptionReport on the current economy of Laos in 1960, focusing on land use issues and the various crops grown, including food stuffs and commercial crops.
Created1974
DescriptionArticle describing the history of Myong Luang Namtha, focusing on warfare and invasions between the small kingdoms of the area