Ted Astley papers 1920-1994

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Ted Astley papers 1920-1994

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Papers of a University of Washington graduate student and staff member in the Veterans Affairs Office, who was dismissed at the time of the Canwell Committee on un-American activities hearings.

1.42 cubic feet, including 3 photographs; 2 boxes

eng,

University of Washington Libraries Special Collections

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SNAC Resource ID: 6382392

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