The Gordon L. Harris, 1909-1974, bulk 1946-1963.

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The Gordon L. Harris, 1909-1974, bulk 1946-1963.

Contains: biographical information (1909-1974); military and civilian personnel file (1949-1959); official correspondence (1947-1963); press releases from the Army Ballistic Missile Agency, Defense Supply Agency and other agencies (1948-1975); speeches given by John B. Medaris and Wernher Von Braun (1955-1965); newspaper and magazine clippings concerning missiles (1948-1975).

3 boxes.

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SNAC Resource ID: 7017595

U.S. Army Heritage & Education Center

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Harris, Gordon L.

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Medaris, John B. (John Bruce), 1902-

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Von Braun, Wernher, 1912-1977

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