John Ericsson Collection, 1831-1893 (bulk 1862-1888).

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John Ericsson Collection, 1831-1893 (bulk 1862-1888).

http://www.worldcat.org/oclc/479722455

The collection includes correspondence and other materials detailing Ericsson's design and testing of iron-clad and torpedo-armed ships for the U.S. and other navies, including Monitor and Destroyer, as well as his writings on other areas of interest.

9 linear ft. (21 boxes, 2 v.)

New-York Historical Society Library

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SNAC Resource ID: 7587444

New-York Historical Society Library

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