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Stanley Yale Beach papers

 Collection
Call Number: GEN MSS 802
Abstract: 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, poet Harry Arthur Powell. A small group of files reveal Beach's investigation into the missing French aviators Charles Nungesser and François Coli, and his relationship with the New York...
Dates: 1911-1948, bulk 1917-1933

Bingham family papers

 Collection
Call Number: MS 81
Abstract: The papers consist of correspondence, diaries, journals, manuscripts, notebooks, sermons, writings, two books with manuscript notes, legal and financial records, photographs, printed material and miscellanea documenting the personal lives and professional careers of four generations of the Bingham family. The papers include material documenting Hiram Bingham (1789-1869) and his missionary work in Hawaii; Hiram Bingham (1831-1908) and his missionary work in the Gilbert Islands, his literary...
Dates: 1811-1974

John Shaw Boyce papers

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Call Number: MS 756
Abstract:

The papers consist of correspondence, reports, and research material almost exclusively devoted to John Boyce's work on wood and wood diseases. About a third of the papers relate to Boyce's work on the use of wood in airplanes during World War I.

Dates: 1918-1964

F. Trubee Davison papers

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Call Number: MS 601
Abstract: Correspondence, speeches, scrapbooks, photographs and memorabilia documenting Davison's activities as founder of a Yale aviation unit during World War I, his political career in the Republican Party in New York State, his presidency of the American Museum of Natural History (1933-1951) and his activities in many foundations, academic institutions and philanthropies. The aspect of his life most thoroughly documented is his organization of a Yale flying unit, which was formally recognized by...
Dates: 1882-1961

E. Hamilton Lee papers

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Call Number: WA MSS S-3699
Abstract: Letters, photographs, and newspaper clippings pertaining to air pilot E. Hamilton Lee, 1912-1994. Includes a photograph album containing 380 black-and-white photographs, 132 loose photographs, and 14 negatives of Lee, aircrafts, air pilots, and aerial views, 1912-1974, undated. Photographs are accompanied by manuscript notes on envelopes or versos. Also present are a scrapbook and loose newspaper clippings documenting Lee's career, 1920-1971, undated. Clippings focus primarily on Lee's time...
Dates: 1912-1994

Anne Morrow Lindbergh papers

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Call Number: MS 829
Abstract: The papers consist of correspondence, diaries, writings, childhood, school and college materials, housekeeping and social records, reports, memoranda and correspondence from the many organizations in which Anne Morrow Lindbergh took an active interest. Also included are voluminous mail from members of her reading public and memorabilia, both objects sent by admirers and items collected by her on her travels. The death of Charles Lindbergh in 1974 is documented by mail from friends, members...
Dates: 1906-1997

Charles Augustus Lindbergh gift collection

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Call Number: MS 325A
Abstract:

The collection consists of letters, photographs, and other materials relating to Charles A. Lindbergh. These materials are donations and/or acquisitions of discreet items.

Dates: 1927-1998, bulk 1927-1974

Charles Augustus Lindbergh papers

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Call Number: MS 325
Abstract: The papers consist of correspondence; diaries; writings; childhood, school and college materials; financial, legal, and housekeeping records; reports; memoranda; drawings; maps; publications; artifacts; and memorabilia documenting the life and interests of Charles Augustus Lindbergh. The papers form the largest and most extensive collection of his personal, professional, and family papers. They document his work as a pilot, developer of commercial aviation and rocketry, bio-engineer, air...
Dates: 1780-1999, bulk 1911-1974

Lindbergh picture collection

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Call Number: MS 325B
Abstract: The collection consists of photographic prints, negatives, art prints, drawings, paintings, silhouettes, postcards, and motion picture film created or collected by Charles Augustus Lindbergh and Anne Morrow Lindbergh. The collection primarily documents the life and interests of Charles Augustus Lindbergh and Anne Morrow Lindbergh, including childhoods, aviation and writing careers, expeditions and travels, and families. The bulk of the pictures document Charles Augustus Lindbergh’s career...
Dates: Circa 1840-1983

Robert Abercrombie Lovett papers

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Call Number: MS 1617
Abstract: The papers consist of Robert Lovett's personal correspondence, speeches, photographs, and memorabilia, which date from the periods of his adult life when he was not serving in government. The papers document Lovett's personal friendships with business, military, and government associates and pioneer aviators from the Yale Naval Air Unit. The correspondence includes many exchanges with scholars doing historical research on World War II and the Truman administration. The papers highlight...
Dates: 1919-1986

Byron Rufus Newton papers

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Call Number: MS 374
Abstract: Corrrespondence, writings, notes, printed materials, clippings, photographs, financial papers, and memorabilia of Byron R. Newton, journalist and official in the Democratic Party. The papers relate largely to Democratic Party politics from 1910-1933, though there is also material relating to the early history of aviation in this country. Correspondents of note include Newton D. Baker, Charles W. Fairbanks, William G. McAdoo, William F. McCombs, Franklin D. Roosevelt, Theodore Roosevelt,...
Dates: 1882-1938

Than Vanneman Ranck papers

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Call Number: MS 1432
Abstract:

The papers consist of correspondence, cables, and telegrams which document Than Vanneman Ranck's service as editorial manager for the Hearst newspapers from 1928 to 1937. The papers highlight Ranck's role as editor of the "March of Events" section, a Sunday supplement to which prominent world leaders contributed. Also included are files concerning feature stories which Ranck secured for the Hearst chain, especially on Arctic and Antarctic exploration and pioneering aeronautical flights.

Dates: 1916-1947

David Peck Todd papers

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Call Number: MS 496B
Abstract: Correspondence, writings, records of astronomical expeditions, diaries, notebooks and scrapbooks of David Peck Todd, astronomer and teacher at Amherst College from 1881 to 1917. Between 1882 and 1914 Todd conducted nine expeditions to various parts of the world to study solar eclipses. The notes, photographs, drawings and memorabilia of these expeditions make up a significant portion of the papers. He was also a fertile inventor, and plans and drawings for many devices, some related to...
Dates: 1862-1939

Yale Aero Club records

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Call Number: RU 899
Abstract:

The records consist of correspondence, financial records, and a history of the Yale Aero Club.

Dates: 1911-1912

Yale Aviation records

 Collection
Call Number: RU 111
Abstract:

The records consist of membership lists, correspondence, subject files, reference materials, mailings to members, and other materials documenting Yale Aviation, formerly Yale Aviation Club.

Dates: 1960-1992