Papers, 1931-1972.

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Papers, 1931-1972.

Photocopies of correspondence written and received by film historian Rudy Behlmer dealing with film producer-director Merian C. Cooper. Includes correspondence from Cooper. Originals are retained by the donor. Also includes two audiocassettes of an interview of Merian C.Cooper by Rudy Behlmer on April 3, 1965.

2 folders and 2-90 minute audio cassettes.

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SNAC Resource ID: 6787095

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Behlmer, Rudy.

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Cooper, Merian C. (Merian Caldwell), 1893-1973

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Merian Caldwell Cooper (October 24, 1893 – April 21, 1973) was an American aviator, United States Air Force and Polish Air Force officer, adventurer, screenwriter, film director, and producer. Cooper was the founder of the Kościuszko Squadron during the Polish–Soviet War and was a Soviet prisoner of war for a time. He was a notable movie producer, and got his start with film as part of the Explorers Club, traveling the world and documenting adventures. He was a member of the board of directors o...