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Ray and Cary Cooper Science Collection

 Collection
Identifier: MSS 0490

Scope and Content

The Ray and Cary Cooper Science Collection consists of books, journals, clippings, photographs, correspondence, and signatures from prominent figures in the history of science (aeronautics, chemistry, physics, technology), and the development of the atomic bomb. Materials in the collection cover the latter half of the 19th and early 20th centuries. Many of the books and journals have been cataloged individually and can be found in the University of Florida's library catalog. Included in this finding aid are a variety of manuscript materials including signatures, photographs, clippings, and letters.

Dates

  • Creation: 1860 - 2005

Creator

Access

The collection is open for research.

Extent

.41 Linear Feet (1 Box)

Language of Materials

English

Abstract

The Ray and Cary Cooper Science Collection consists of books, journals, clippings, photographs, correspondence, and signatures from prominent figures in the history of science (aeronautics, chemistry, physics, technology), and the development of the atomic bomb. Materials in the collection cover the latter half of the 19th and early 20th centuries.

Location

University of Florida Smathers Library Building

Acquisition Information

Donated by Dr. Raymond D. Cooper.

Title
A Guide to the Ray and Cary Cooper Science Collection
Status
Completed
Author
Finding aid created by Matt Kruse
Date
November 2018
Description rules
Finding Aid Prepared Using Dacs
Language of description
English
Script of description
Latin
Language of description note
Description is written in English.

Repository Details

Part of the Special and Area Studies Collections, George A. Smathers Libraries, University of Florida Repository

Contact:
George A. Smathers Libraries
PO Box 117005
Gainesville Florida 32611-7005 United States of America
352-273-2755