Description
Correspondence, journals, newsclippings, drafts and manuscripts, lecture notes, syllabi,
student term papers and administrative documents relating to Dr. Robinson's tenure as
chairman of the History Department, his publications, work with the Commonwealth Club, and
local defense activities during World War II.
Background
Edgar E. Robinson was the Margaret Byrne Professor of History at Stanford University
(1911-1952; emeritus, 1952-1977) and chairman of the History Department (1935-1952). He also
served as Director of Independent Studies and of the Institute of American History.
Especially well known for his work on American political parties, voting behavior, and
presidential leadership, Professor Robinson played an integral role in the establishment of
the Western Civilization course at Stanford.
Restrictions
Property rights reside with the repository. Literary rights reside with the creators of the
documents or their heirs. To obtain permission to publish or reproduce, please contact the
Public Services Librarian of the Dept. of Special Collections and University Archives.
Availability
The materials are open for research use.