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Museum of the American Revolution collection, circa 1730-1977

Extent:
9.0 linear feet
Abstract:
The Museum of the American Revolution focuses on the history of the rebellion of the North American colonies against British rule that resulted in the formation of the United States of America, and chronicles the development of the idea of independence over history. The Museum of the American Revolution collection, circa 1730-1977, includes an extensive array of materials that document the War, its aftereffects, the evolution of revolutionary ideas, the lives of prominent Founding Fathers and everyday soldiers, commemorations of Revolutionary sites (especially Valley Forge, Pa.), and related topics.

Held at: Museum of the American Revolution [Contact Us]

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Clarence B. Randall Papers, 1932-1967 (inclusive) 1948-1965 (bulk)

Extent:
19 boxes
Abstract:
Consists of 78 bound volumes containing Randall's journals, articles, and speeches concerning his relationships with Dwight D. Eisenhower, Richard M. Nixon, John F. Kennedy, and Lyndon B. Johnson, and his government posts.

Held at: Princeton University Library: Public Policy Papers [Contact Us]

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Eugene W. Sloan papers, 1941-1945 (inclusive)

Extent:
13 boxes
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Eugene W. Sloan served as Assistant Secretary to the Treasury (beginning in 1935) and was the creator and first administrator of the United States Savings Bond program. Consists of fourteen scrapbooks compiled by Sloan. Two scrapbooks, which Sloan compiled while Executive Director of the War Savings Staff.

Held at: Princeton University Library: Public Policy Papers [Contact Us]

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Kenneth H. Rockey papers, 1912-1959 (inclusive) 1940-1945 (bulk)

Extent:
11 boxes
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Consists of selected papers of Rockey (Princeton Class of 1916), including memoranda, correspondence, and reports from the period when he served as chairman (1942-1944) of the Navy Price Adjustment Board on the development and administration of defense contract renegotiations during World War II and post-war economic policy and planning.

Held at: Princeton University Library: Public Policy Papers [Contact Us]

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Howard W. Ambruster Papers, 1927-1958 (inclusive)

Extent:
6 boxes and 6.5 linear feet
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The collection consists of American consulting engineer and newspaper columnist, Howard W. Ambruster's works, correspondence, miscellaneous material, and printed matter.

Held at: Princeton University Library: Manuscripts Division [Contact Us]

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H. H. Hess Papers, 1932-1969 (inclusive)

Extent:
34 boxes
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The H. H. Hess Papers consists of professional papers, correspondence, and related materials of the American geologist and educator Harry Hammond Hess (1906-1969).

Held at: Princeton University Library: Manuscripts Division [Contact Us]

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Joseph Raycroft Papers, 1888-1953 (inclusive) 1992 (inclusive)

Extent:
7 boxes
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Joseph Edward Raycroft was Princeton University's Chairman of the Department of Health and Physical Education. The Papers contain correspondence, writings, press-releases, reports, newspaper clippings, photographs, and memorabilia documenting Raycroft's personal life and career. Also included are library catalog lists and other material related to Raycrofts Library of memorabilia

Held at: Princeton University Library: University Archives [Contact Us]

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Lyman Spitzer Papers, 1936-1997 (inclusive) 1960-1979 (bulk)

Extent:
72 boxes, 2 items, and 30.6 linear feet
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Princeton professor of astronomy (1947-1982), chairman of the Dept. of Astrophysical Sciences, and director of the Princeton University Observatory, Lyman Spitzer was also primarily responsible for founding the University's Plasma Physics Laboratory. His papers include design studies, technical plans and programs, various reports, correspondence, notes, and observations relating to his involvement in the development of the study of space astronomy at Princeton.

Held at: Princeton University Library: Manuscripts Division [Contact Us]

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