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Military and armaments, 1917-1935 and undated

 Series

Scope and Contents

The Military and Armaments series (1917-1935, scattered) contains material regarding national defense, armaments versus calls for disarmament, and munitions policy. The majority of the national defense material pertains to the United States Navy, including public addresses from naval officials, petitions for increased "fleet auxiliary," and supporting charts and figures detailing the amount of vessels needed in comparison with those allowable by proposed treaties. Also included are pamphlets distributed by the National Security League and newspaper articles.

Dates

  • Creation: 1917-1935 and undated

Creator

Language of Materials

From the Collection:

English, German, Spanish, French, and Esperanto

Conditions Governing Access

There are no restrictions on the use of this collection.

Extent

From the Collection: 1.5 Cubic Feet (/ 3 boxes and 4 oversize folders)

Repository Details

Part of the Augustana College Special Collections Repository

Contact:
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Thomas Tredway Library
Rock Island Illinois 61201 United States