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National Anthropological Archives
Guide to the Marshall Thornton Newman papers, 1938-1940
Summary
- Collection ID:
- NAA.XXXX.0320
- Creators:
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Newman, Marshall T. (Marshall Thornton), 1911-1994
- Dates:
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1938-1940
- Languages:
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English.
- Physical Description:
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4 Linear feet
- Repository:
Scope and Contents
Scope and Contents
The papers consist largely of physical anthropological forms, photographs, and writings. They relate to a study of crania connected with Tennessee Valley Authority and Work Projects Administration activities at Pickwick, Guntersville, and Wheeler basins in Alabama. The collection contains images of human remains.
Please note that the contents of the collection and the language and terminology used reflect the context and culture of the time of its creation. As an historical document, its contents may be at odds with contemporary views and terminology and considered offensive today. The information within this collection does not reflect the views of the Smithsonian Institution or National Anthropological Archives, but is available in its original form to facilitate research.
Using the Collection
Conditions Governing Access
The Marshall Thornton Newman papers are open for research.
Access to the Marshall Thornton Newman papers requires an appointment.
Preferred Citation
Marshall Thornton Newman papers, National Anthropological Archives, Smithsonian Institution
Conditions Governing Use
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Keywords
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Archaeology | Topical | Search Smithsonian Collections | Search ArchiveGrid |
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North America | Geographic | Search Smithsonian Collections | Search ArchiveGrid |
Pickwick Landing Reservoir | Geographic | Search Smithsonian Collections | Search ArchiveGrid |
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