William Robins war machine invention documents, 1912-1920
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
- Robins, William (Author, Person)
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 Unpublished manuscripts are under copyright.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.
Subject
- Robins, William (Person)
- 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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