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William Robins war machine invention documents, 1912-1920

 Collection
Identifier: 1995-017

Scope and Contents

William Robins, Russian engineer mechanic's proposal for and patent application for a war machine that, among other attributes, is impervious to enemy attack and, although stationary, can move in any direction at great speed by the person within it. Although figures are noted in the documentation, they are not included in this collection of papers. Papers include Robins's letters to H.M. Secretary of War and H.M. Patent Office and their replies.

Dates

  • Creation: 1912 - 1920

Creator

Language

These materials are in English.

Access

This material is open for research use by any registered reader.

Use and Copyright

This material is owned by the University of Tulsa, McFarlin Library, Department of Special Collections. Unpublished manuscripts are under copyright. Therefore, permission to publish, quote, or reproduce must be secured from both the repository and the copyright holder.

Extent

0.25 Linear Feet (1 box)

Physical Location

Collection shelved on 3rd floor.

Immediate Source of Acquisition

Provenance unknown.

Title
William Robins war machine invention documents, 1912-1920
Status
Completed
Author
Milissa Burkart
Date
2013 September
Description rules
Describing Archives: A Content Standard
Language of description
English
Script of description
Latin
Language of description note
English

Repository Details

Part of the The University of Tulsa, McFarlin Library, Department of Special Collections & University Archives Repository

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