Robert Crawford papers, 1900-1960
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Overview of the Collection
- Creator
- Crawford, Robert, 1899-1961.
- Title
- Robert Crawford papers
- Dates
- 1900-1960 (inclusive)19001960
- Quantity
- .30 cubic feet (1 box)
- Collection Number
- 10105
- 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.
- Languages
- English
Historical Note
Robert MacArthur Crawford was an adventurer and composer. He grew up in Alaska where he drove a stagecoach and learned to fly light aircraft. Later he went to Princeton University and then study in France where his main interest was in music and voice. He received a graduate fellowship to the Julliard School of Music. Afterwards, he gave many concerts and became known as the "Flying Baritone". In 1938, he wrote the "Air Force Song". During World War II he was a pilot in the Air Transport Command, and then he returned to his music career.
Content Description
The Robert Crawford collection contains a photocopy of his autobiography, "Vagabond Skyward" and a detailed computer printed time line of his life. There are some published musical scores and some photographs.
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
Names and SubjectsReturn to Top
Subject Terms
- Air pilots.
- Baritones (Singers) -- United States.
- World War, 1939-1945 -- Songs and music.
Corporate Names
- United States. Air Force.
Form or Genre Terms
- Autobiography.
