Louis E. Rydell papers, 1914-1981.

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Louis E. Rydell papers, 1914-1981.

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Collection contains files related to various work projects on which Rydell worked, including projects in Brazil, Guyana, Iran, and Pakistan. Also present are U.S. Army Corps of Engineers reports on water resource development projects in the United States West, particularly in the Willamette and Columbia River basins. Collection also contains a large number of subject files relating to dams, hydraulics, and flood control. Also present are articles written by Rydell, and photographs of Rydell in activities related to his professional career.

13.83 cubic ft. (15 boxes)

Univerisity of Wyoming. American Heritage Center.

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SNAC Resource ID: 7257716

Univerisity of Wyoming. American Heritage Center.

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