Sigma Xi, The Scientific Research Society, Georgia Institute of Technology Chapter photographs, 1947-1953.

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Sigma Xi, The Scientific Research Society, Georgia Institute of Technology Chapter photographs, 1947-1953.

http://www.worldcat.org/oclc/176120320

These photographs document club events during the early years of its existence at Georgia Tech.

0.2 linear feet (ca. 40 photographs)

Georgia Institute of Technology, Georgia Tech

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SNAC Resource ID: 6930897

Georgia Institute of Technology, Georgia Tech

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