The collection is comprised of biographical papers, wartime and post-war research files (including research papers relating to work on Meniscus Schmidt and related optical systems), papers concerning work for consultancies on the design of optical systems for commercial and other organisations, and drafts and related correspondence regarding publications, lectures and conferences.
Edward Hubert Linfoot: Correspondence and Papers
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- ReferenceGB 12 MS Add.8726
- Dates of Creation1920-1980 (Circa)
- Name of Creator
- Language of MaterialEnglish .
- Physical Description7 archive box(es) 7 boxes
Scope and Content
Access Information
Unless restrictions apply, the collection is open for consultation by researchers using the Manuscripts Reading Room at Cambridge University Library. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).
Acquisition Information
The papers were received in November 1988 and February 1989 from Mrs Joyce Linfoot.
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A hard copy catalogue is available in the Manuscripts Reading Room. An online catalogue, created by NCUACS, is available on the National Archives website at http://tinyurl.com/edwardlinfoot
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