Thomas Miles Shelton papers, 1931-1971
Table of Contents
Overview of the Collection
- Creator
- Shelton, Thomas Miles.
- Title
- Thomas Miles Shelton papers
- Dates
- 1931-1971 (inclusive)19311971
- Quantity
- 2.35 cubic feet (4 boxes)
- Collection Number
- 04621
- Summary
- Repository
-
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
-
Access Restrictions
There are no access restrictions on the materials for research purposes, and the collection is open to the public.
- Languages
- English
Historical Note
Thomas Miles Shelton worked for the American Gyro Company from 1935-1941 as an engineer, where he developed the Shelton AG-4 Crusader Airplane. During World War II he was an engineer for Aero Crafts Corporation and later served as an engineering consultant with North American Aviation.
Content Description
Collection contains correspondence, mostly relating to the Crusader Airplane (1931-1971); photographs of Shelton and the Crusader Airplane (1937-1944); and project files with photographs, reports and blueprints on airplanes and airplane engines.
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
Return to TopDetailed Description of the Collection
-
Untitled
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.
-
Description: Link to Container List (PDF)
-
Names and SubjectsReturn to Top
Subject Terms
- Airplanes -- Design and construction.
- Airplanes -- Motors.
- Crusader airplane.
Form or Genre Terms
- Blueprints.
- Photographs.
Occupations
- Aeronautical engineers.
