McCurdy, H. W. (Horace Winslow), 1899-1989

The collection was assembled by Horace Winslow ("H.W.") McCurdy (1899-1989). McCurdy was an engineer who began working for the Puget Sound Bridge and Dredging Company in about 1922. He became president and general manager of the company in 1931. Founded in 1889, the Puget Sound Bridge and Dredging Company was destined to become one of Seattle's most important companies. Whether under the title Puget Sound Bridge and Dredging Company or Lockheed Shipbuilding and Construction Company, their hand can be seen in most major construction sites in the Pacific Northwest including Alaska, British Columbia, Washington, Idaho, Oregon, and California. In addition, they are responsible for many ships, including some of the Washington State ferries and many naval vessels during and after World War II. Puget Sound Bridge and Dredging Company was purchased by Lockheed in 1959.

From the description of H.W. McCurdy collection on the Puget Sound Bridge & Dredging Co., 1900-1945. (Unknown). WorldCat record id: 163587527

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