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Stanley Yale Beach papers

 Collection
Call Number: GEN MSS 802
Scope and Contents
The papers primarily contain correspondence between Stanley Yale Beach and his family, friends, and colleagues in the aeronautical and engineering fields. The bulk of the collection is his correspondence with engineers and manufacturers, in particular those in Germany, as well as with his friend the poet Harry Arthur Powell. A small group of files reveal Beach's investigation into the missing French aviators Charles Nungesser and François Coli. Family correspondence largely deals with Beach's chaotic personal life and finances, and a group of legal and financial files serve as well to document that aspect of his life. Also present is a group of early aviation and engineering photographs, and ephemera related to Beach's personal and professional interests.
Language of Materials
In English, German, and French.
Conditions Governing Access
The materials are open for research.
Conditions Governing Use
The Stanley Yale Beach Papers is the physical property of the Beinecke Rare Book and Manuscript Library, Yale University. Literary rights, including copyright, belong to the authors or their legal heirs and assigns. For further information, consult the appropriate curator.
Immediate Source of Acquisition
Purchased from William Reese Company (Swann Galleries sale, 2010 March 18, lot 43) on the Edwin J. Beinecke Book Fund, 2010.
Arrangement
Organized into three series: I. General Correspondence and Photographs, 1911-1948. II. Family Correspondence and Personal Papers, 1915-1933. III. Other Papers, 1924-1935.
Dates
1911 - 1948
Majority of material found within 1917 - 1933
Extent
5.42 Linear Feet (14 boxes)
Related Names
Beach, Stanley Yale
Language of Materials
English
Language of Materials
English
Script
Latin
Language of Materials
German
Language of Materials
French
Script
Latin