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The Descriptive Finding Guide for the Joseph J. Szakacs Personal Papers SDASM.SC.10246
SDASM.SC.10246  
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Description
The collection contains materials related to career and inventions of J.J. Szakacs. This includes documents, textbooks, patent information, sketchbooks, and photographs.
Background
J.J. Szakacs was an American aeronautical engineer and sailing enthusiast, a tinkerer and problem solver from the 20th Century. He worked for aerospace companies in the San Diego area, including General Dynamics & Convair.
Extent
1.5 Cubic Feet The collection contains materials related to career and inventions of J.J. Szakacs. This includes documents, textbooks, patent information, sketchbooks, and photographs. The collection is contained in one flip-top archival storage boxes, one 12-1/2" x 5 x 10-1/2", and two flat archival storage boxes, one 21 x 3 x 17 and the other, 15 x 5 x 12. The collection has been organized into series.
Restrictions
The collection is open to research. Some restrictions may apply