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Letter of Otto Merkel, Berlin, to Hon. Charles Nagel. "The 'Bremen' on her maiden trip and the 'New York' on her first high sea to shore flight after being catapulted from board 'Bremen' are bringing you my kindest greetings." (includes envelope) (gift of Hon. Charles Nagel), 1929 July 15

 File — Box: 1

Scope and Contents

From the Collection:

Collection of correspondence, reports, printed material, and clippings pertaining to St. Louis aviation history. Includes papers relating to the Pioneer Aeroplane and Exhibition Company (1911); the St. Louis Aeronautic Corporation, formed to hold the international air races in St. Louis, October 1-2, 1923; ballooning; and the early history of Lambert St. Louis Flying Field.

Dates

  • 1929 July 15

Conditions Governing Access

The collection is open for research use.

Extent

From the Collection: 0.5 Cubic Feet ( (1 box))

Language of Materials

English

Repository Details

Part of the Missouri Historical Society Library and Research Center Repository

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