Henry Steele Commager Papers 1920-1998 (bulk 1945-1985)

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Henry Steele Commager Papers 1920-1998 (bulk 1945-1985)

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Papers documenting the professional life and career of Henry Steele Commager, 20th century historian, public intellectual, and engaged citizen. They include the extensive letters received from historians, congressmen, educators, journalists, jurists, publishers, as well as former students, and the general public. Commager's writings and public appearances reflect his active professional life as well as his influence within the profession. The papers document a wide variety of issues of 20th century American society, including the interventionist role in Europe; civil liberties; academic freedom; the loyalty oath; nationalism; the American military in Vietnam; the expansion of executive power; changing views of foreign policy; and the purpose and role of education in society.

16 records storage boxes, 120 archives boxes, 4 half archives boxes, 6 oversize flat boxes, 2 object boxes; (84 linear ft.)

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