Sydney Ahlstrom papers, 1946-1984 (inclusive).

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Sydney Ahlstrom papers, 1946-1984 (inclusive).

The papers document Ahlstrom's professional career, his writings, lectures, courses taught at Yale, his extensive participation in scholarly and church-related organizations. Conditions at Yale and in New Haven during the turbulent years of the late 1960s and early 1970s are well documented. Correspondence documents his friendships, family life and professional affairs, revealing his opinions on a wide range of issues, his sense of humor and warm personality. The collection includes material relating to the many institutions, organizations, committees and projects with which Ahlstrom was involved, particularly in the areas of Lutheranism, higher education and American religious history.

20 linear ft. (49 boxes)

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SNAC Resource ID: 6737413

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