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National Action/Research on the Military-Industrial Complex Records, 1969-1988 (inclusive)

Extent:
12 linear ft. (12 linear ft.)
Abstract:
Began in 1969 as a project of the American Friends Service Committee. NARMIC served as a resource for journalists, educators and students, the religious community, peace organizations, and concerned citizens from the U.S., Canada, and overseas by providing information about the role of the military-industrial complex in American society.

Held at: Swarthmore College Peace Collection [Contact Us]

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Edgar Fahs Smith papers, circa 1870-1940 (inclusive)

Extent:
110 boxes
Abstract:
The papers comprise Smith's personal and business correspondence, including exchanges with the United States Army Chemical Warfare Service regarding the use of chemical weapons in World War I; notebooks of his chemical research; bound lectures from his teaching; biographical material; personal photographs; pamphlets written by Smith; memorabilia that includes awards and certificates; and clippings. The bulk of the correspondence with Smith runs from 1877 until his death in 1928; correspondence dated after 1928 is addressed to his widow, Margie A. Smith.

Held at: University of Pennsylvania: Kislak Center for Special Collections, Rare Books and Manuscripts [Contact Us]

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Bob Spaugh World War II photographs, 1944-1945 (inclusive)

Extent:
0.5 linear feet (1 box)
Abstract:
Bob Spaugh was an army Lieutenant from Fort Worth, Texas who was served on San Jose Island, Panama during World War II. This collection of original photographs documents an American soldier's experiences on "Test Tube Island," an American chemical weapon testing program.

Held at: University of Pennsylvania: Kislak Center for Special Collections, Rare Books and Manuscripts [Contact Us]