George C. Griffin photograph collection, 1885-1987 (bulk dates 1891-1972).

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George C. Griffin photograph collection, 1885-1987 (bulk dates 1891-1972).

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The photographs in this collection, collected by George C. Griffin, relate to all aspects of Georgia Tech and its history, including students, faculty, administrators, alumni, sports, traditions, and buildings. This collection is particularly strong in athletic and alumni photographs from the first half of the 20th century. Nearly 600 of these images are available for online viewing.

6 linear feet (877 images, including oversized)

Georgia Institute of Technology, Georgia Tech

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Georgia Institute of Technology, Georgia Tech

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Griffin, George C. (George Clayton), 1896-1990.

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George C. Griffin entered Georgia Tech's sub-freshman class in 1914. A very involved student, Griffin was affiliated with many organizations and clubs including Pi Kappa Phi and ANAK. From his first days as a sub-freshman until his death, Griffin spent 70 years involved with Georgia Tech. His dedication to the school and its students earned him the nickname of "Mr. Georgia Tech." From the description of George C. Griffin photograph collection, 1885-1987 (bulk dates 1891-1972). (Georg...

Georgia institute of technology

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The Georgia Institute of Technology, commonly referred to as Georgia Tech or Tech, was founded on October 13, 1885 as the Georgia School of Technology. The creation of the educational institution was part of the plans of Georgia leadership to reconstruct and revitalize the state's economy following the Civil War. Eighty-four candidates took the first entrance examination on October 3, 1888 and the school formally opened on October 5, 1888. Over the next several decades the school evolved from tr...