Barbara J. Schmidt Egmont Key research collection, bulk 1990-2020
Collection context
Summary
- Extent:
- 12 boxes
- Language:
- English
Background
- Scope and content:
This collection contains research records about Egmont Key compiled by Barbara Schmidt in the course of research about Egmont Key, with an emphasis on the modern military history of the site. The records, many of which are reproduced from originals in the Smithsonian and other places, provide insight into the management of the site by the U.S. armed forces, the personnel who served there, its role in public health, its defenses and structures (including Fort Dade), and those who were buried on the site. This collection focuses on the Fort Dade period (1898-1923), when the U.S. military maintained an active presence and erected defenses on facilities.
Access and use
- Terms of access:
None. The contents of the collection may be subject to copyright. Visit the United States Copyright Office's website at http://www.copyright.gov/ for more information.
- Location of this collection:
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The University of South Florida, Tampa Campus4202 East Fowler Ave. LIB122TampaFL33620-5400USA
