Robert Levinson papers 1880-1979, bulk 1962-1979

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Robert Levinson papers 1880-1979, bulk 1962-1979

The collection consists of Robert Levinson's correspondence; files, drafts, and a card file relating to Levinson's dissertation on Jews and the California Gold Rush; and a small number of files on Camp Swig.

Number of containers: 9 cartons, 1 box, 1 oversize box, and 3 cardfile boxes; Linear feet: 10.2

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SNAC Resource ID: 6660533

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