Form D Raw Data - Electronic Filing Depository

EFDID: 428461EFD: Raw Data

Issuer: Blackstone Total Alternatives Solution VIII-A L.P. (0001906458) - D

Accession: 0001906458-22-000001 () (EDGAR Files) (Form D)

Edgar Posted: Jan. 27, 2022
EFD Posted: Jan. 27, 2022

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