Research materials on Leo Szilard, 1941-1964

Collection context

Creator:
MacDuffie, Marshall, 1909-1967
Extent:
500 items 1 box
Language:
English .
Scope and content:

Notes and correspondence of MacDuffie pertaining to the life of Szilard. The collection contains several letters written by Szilard, interviews by MacDuffie with Szilard, and two manuscripts concerning the early development of nuclear power. Also, a large number of clippings from magazines and newspapers describing Szilard's life and activities; and many of Szilard's publications.

Biographical / historical:

Leo Szilard (1898-1964) was a prominent nuclear physicist.

Access and use

Restrictions:

This collection is located on-site.

Location of this collection:
6th Floor East Butler Library
535 West 114th Street
New York, NY 10027, USA
Before you visit:
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Contact:
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