Barclays Bank Ltd, 1926-1969. Some recollections

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A continuation of the official history of the bank in succession to 'History of Barclays Bank Ltd', 1926. Written by A W Tuke, sometime General Manager and Chairman, and R J H Gillman, retired Company Secretary,1956-70. Deals with development of business generally; analysis of balance sheet; subsidiaries in France, Italy and Canada; Head office structure and regional structure based on local directors; key personalities in bank's development. Appendices include lists of directors, general managers and local directors,1896-1969; figures for deposits and capital, 1896-1969; roll of honour, 1939-45 [listing of names only]. Has chapters: 'Background, 1926-1969'; 'Events in Barclays Bank, 1926-1969'; 'The balance sheet dissected'; 'France, Italy and Canada'; 'Head Office departments and local head offices'; 'Change and development'; 'Some personalities of the period'. Touches on Barclays Bank (France); Barclays Bank Canada; Barclays Bank SAI Ltd; Barclays Bank (DCO); Cox & Co