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Root (Leonard, E.) papers
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Description
The Leonard Eugene Root papers include 25 boxes of documents, photographs and ephemera about Root's personal life and his professional career at Lockheed. The collection includes his speeches and work files from his time at Lockheed; personal and professional photographs and correspondence; publications on the aerospace industry; and memorabilia such as his high school yearbooks.
Background
Leonard Eugene Root was born in Lewiston, Idaho on July 4, 1910. He spent his school years in Stockton, California, and then attended the College of the Pacific, receiving his Bachelor of Arts in Engineering and Mathematics in 1932.
Extent
11.75 Linear Feet (25 boxes: 17 manuscript boxes; 4 half-manuscript boxes; 4 flat boxes)
Restrictions
While Special Collections is the owner of the physical and digital items, permission to examine collection materials is not an authorization to publish. These materials are made available for use in research, teaching, and private study. Any transmission or reproduction beyond that allowed by fair use requires permission from the owners of rights, heir(s) or assigns.
Availability
Open for research, with the exception of born-digital materials, which are closed until processed. Note that material must be requested at least 36 hours in advance of intended use. Audiovisual materials are not available in original format, and must be reformatted to a digital use copy.