Robert Marshall Papers, 1908-1939

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Robert Marshall Papers, 1908-1939

Consists of correspondence with family, friends, and professional associates, field notebooks, journals, writings, and other material primarily related to Marshall's forestry career with the Office of Indian Affairs and the National Forest Service. Also included are papers and writings related to his field work mapping the Koyukuk area of Alaska, his work with the Wilderness Society, and his love of walking and climbing peaks, especially in the Adirondacks.

Number of containers: 17 boxes, 5 cartons, 4 card file boxes, 1 oversize box, 3 oversize folders and 7 volumes; Linear feet: 16.45

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