North Carolina State University, Office of the Chancellor, John William Harrelson Records, 1933-1953 [manuscript]

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North Carolina State University, Office of the Chancellor, John William Harrelson Records, 1933-1953 [manuscript]

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The records of John William Harrelson's administration in the Office of the Chancellor at North Carolina State College (later, University) include correspondence, financial records, and other general administrative paperwork. Topics include the consolidation of the University of North Carolina, post-World War II veteran enrollment, the design and and construction of the nuclear reactor on NC State's campus, and other general history of the campus during the time period of these records, 1933-1953.

24.75 linear ft. (49 boxes + 1 half box)

North Carolina State University, NCSU Libraries

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North Carolina State University, NCSU Libraries

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