University of Washington Civil Defense Program records, 1941-1973

Overview of the Collection

Creator
University of Washington. Civil Defense Program
Title
University of Washington Civil Defense Program records
Dates
1941-1973 (inclusive)
Quantity
2 cu. ft.
Collection Number
UW Resource No. 07387
Summary
Records of the Program
Repository
University of Washington Libraries, Special Collections
Special Collections
University of Washington Libraries
Box 352900
Seattle, WA
98195-2900
Telephone: 2065431929
Fax: 2065431931
speccoll@uw.edu
Access Restrictions

Public records, but advance notice is required to allow for screening of materials protected from disclosure by law. Please contact Special Collections for more information.

Records stored offsite; advance notice required for use.

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Languages
English

Historical NoteReturn to Top

The UW Civil Defense Program is administered by the UW Police Department.

Content DescriptionReturn to Top

Correspondence, fallout shelter floor plans, supplies inventories, building surveys and reports, emergency plans, committee files; 1941-73

These records primarily reflect civil defense activities following the Cuban Missile Crisis.

Use of the CollectionReturn to Top

Restrictions on Use

Public Records (Use unrestricted when access is granted)

Administrative InformationReturn to Top

Preservation Note

Records stored offsite; advance notice required for use.

Names and SubjectsReturn to Top

Subject Terms

  • University Archives/Faculty Papers (University of Washington)

Corporate Names

  • University of Washington. Civil Defense Program--Archives