Roscoe Turner papers, 1897-1972 (bulk 1920-1969)

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Roscoe Turner papers, 1897-1972 (bulk 1920-1969)

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Roscoe Turner was an early aviator and barn-stormer responsible for piloting the first airplane to fly faster than 300 miles per hour. The collection contains correspondence, promotional materials, and other records pertaining to his air races and aeronautical business ventures.

cubicft. (187 boxes)

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Univerisity of Wyoming. American Heritage Center.

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Univerisity of Wyoming. American Heritage Center.

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