Guttmann, Oscar, 1855-1910
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Biographical notes:
Oscar Guttmann (1855-1910) of the London firm of Oscar Guttmann & Sons was an explosives engineer and chemist who specialized in fireworks. During his career he assembled a collection of books and manuscripts on the history of European firearms, explosives and military science. In 1911 his son, Leo Guttmann, sold the collection to Pierre S. du Pont.
From the description of The Guttmann collection on explosives, firearms, and military science, 1450-1905. (Unknown). WorldCat record id: 122392812
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Subjects:
- Artillery
- Dynamite
- Explosives
- Explosives
- Explosives, Military
- Firearms
- Fireworks
- Guncotton
- Gunnery
- Gunpowder
- Lyddite (Explosive)
- Military art and science
- Military fireworks
- Nitric acid
- Nitrocellulose
- Nitroglycerin
- Ordnance
- Saltpeter
Occupations:
- Collector
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