University Archives Photograph Collection, Historical Photographs 1896-1929

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University Archives Photograph Collection, Historical Photographs 1896-1929

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This subgroup contains photographs usually mounted on boards and primarily depicting athletic team shots, class pictures, buildings, and cadet companies from the first few decades of the university. Similar images also exist in other photograph subgroups. The North Carolina College of Agricultural and Mechanic Arts was founded as the state's land-grant institution in 1887, and formally opened its doors two years later. In 1917, the school was renamed the North Carolina State College of Agriculture and Engineering, reflecting its broadened instructional and research activities. In 1965 the institution was renamed North Carolina State University (officially the North Carolina State University at Raleigh).

0.5 Linear feet; 1 archival legal box

North Carolina State University. Special Collections Research Center

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SNAC Resource ID: 6636353

North Carolina State University. Special Collections Research Center

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