Montgomery, John Joseph, 1885-1911.
John J. Montgomery papers, 1885-1947 [manuscript].
Correspondence and other papers relating to the 1880's and Montgomery's flying experiments. Papers include some to his writings about his flights, and letters to his sister and from a Chicago engineer concerning glider experiments. Additional items, 1911-1947, concern the family's attempt to see that Montgomery was given credit for his work.
Professor of physics and pioneer in aviation, from Monterey, California.
Aeronautics -- Experiments -- 19th century.
Gliding and soaring -- Experiments.
Gliders (Aeronautics).
Physicists. lcsh
Montgomery, John Joseph, 1885-1911 -- Contributions in aeronautics.
Montgomery, John Joseph, 1858-1911 -- Family.
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University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Library. Manuscripts Department. Southern Historical Collection. Wilson Library CB# 3926, Chapel Hill, NC 27599-3926, USA