The du Ponts of Delaware ; the story of a famous family. 1928

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The du Ponts of Delaware ; the story of a famous family. 1928

4 p. ; 32 cm.

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SNAC Resource ID: 7938507

Hagley Museum & Library

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E.I. du Pont de Nemours & Company

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The family firm of E.I. du Pont de Nemours & Company was established in 1802 and during the 19th century it became one of the United States' most important manufacturers of black powder. In 1902 three younger du Pont cousins: T. Coleman, Alfred I., and Pierre S. took over the company and within three years succeeded in bringing 75% of the American explosives industry (which at that time included black powder, dynamite, and smokeless powder) under their control. During the first decade of the...

Doherty, Eddie, 1890-1975

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