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Victor Paschkis Papers, 1946-1976 (inclusive)

Extent:
8.75 linear ft. (21 boxes)
Abstract:
Victor Paschkis (1898-1991), born in Vienna, was a Quaker, a mechanical engineer, and a professor. He was the founder, and first president, of the Society for Social Responsibility in Science. He also served as the chairman of the National Friends Conference on Race Relations, the American Friends Service Committee's Race Relations Committee, and the Committee on Fair Employment. Paschkis taught at Columbia University.

Held at: Swarthmore College Peace Collection [Contact Us]

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War Control Planners Collected Records, 1955-1990 (inclusive)

Extent:
0.42 linear ft. (5 linear in.)
Abstract:
War Control Planners, chartered in 1963 in New York State, was organized by Harriet B. Kurtz and Howard G. Kurtz. Its purpose was to foster exploration and discussion of scientific and technical achievements to facilitate the protection of all nations against future wars.

Held at: Swarthmore College Peace Collection [Contact Us]