Carl Esmond papers, 1937-2004
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Overview of the Collection
- Creator
- Esmond, Carl, 1904-2004.
- Title
- Carl Esmond papers
- Dates
- 1937-2004 (inclusive)19372004
- Quantity
- 3.25 cubic feet (4 boxes)
- Collection Number
- 08139
- Summary
- Repository
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American Heritage Center, University of Wyoming
American Heritage Center
University of Wyoming
1000 E. University Ave.
Dept. 3924
Laramie, WY
82071
Telephone: 3077663756
ahcref@uwyo.edu - Access Restrictions
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Access Restrictions
There are no access restrictions on the materials for research purposes, and the collection is open to the public.
- Additional Reference Guides
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Additional Information
Preliminary finding aid available in repository.
- Languages
- English
Historical Note
Willy Eichberger (1904-2004) began his acting career in Austria, where he was born. He fled to England in 1933 to escape the persecution of Jews by the the Nazis and began a new career under the name Carl Esmond. His first Hollyword film was "The Dawn Patrol" (1938). During the war years, he often played Nazis and other villains. In the 1950s he moved into television, where he was a frequent guest star. His final movie role was "Morituri" (1965).
Content Description
The Carl Esmond papers contain photographs and a scrapbook covering his stage and film career in England and the United States, usually under the billing Carl Esmond. Also included is a series of U.S. Army training films, "Resisting the Enemy" (1944), as well as programs, clippings, and other biographical material.
Use of the Collection
Restrictions on Use
Copyright InformationThe researcher assumes full responsibility for observing all copyright, property, and libel laws as they apply.
Preferred Citation
Preferred CitationItem Description, Box Number, Folder Number, Collection Name, Collection Number, American Heritage Center, University of Wyoming.
Administrative Information
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The American Heritage Center is in the process of converting its older container lists to a more accessible format. This link is to an older version of a container list.
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Description: Link to Container List (PDF)
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Names and SubjectsReturn to Top
Subject Terms
- Actors.
- Educational films.
- Motion picture actors and actresses.
