Series 2: Van de Graaff Generator, 1931 - 2008, bulk: 1931 - 1980
Series
Scope and Contents
This series contains materials regarding the large Van de Graaff Generator (VDG). Includes documents from the VDG’s time at the MIT High Voltage Lab, correspondence regarding the transfer of the VDG to MOS, research done with the generator and about the generator, collected history about the VDG, and photographs.
Dates
- 1931 - 2008
- Majority of material found within 1931 - 1980
Extent
From the Collection: 3.36 Linear Feet
From the Collection: 3.12 Cubic Feet
Language of Materials
From the Collection: English
Arrangement
Folders in this series are arranged chronologically, when possible. Materials within folders were kept in their original order.
Creator
- From the Collection: Thomson, Elihu, 1853-1937 (Person)
- From the Collection: Museum of Science, Boston (Boston, Massachusetts) (Organization)
Repository Details
Part of the Museum of Science, Boston Archives Repository