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Maxim, Hudson, 1853-1927

Existence: 1853 - 1927
 Person

Dates

  • Existence: 1853 - 1927

Found in 1 Collection or Record:

Hudson Maxim papers

 Collection
Accession: 2154
Abstract:

Hudson Maxim (1853-1927) was an inventor and chemist best known for his work in the development of smokeless gunpowder and military explosives. The papers consist primarily of Maxim's published and manuscript writings from the period between 1907 and 1926. The writings range in topics: Napoleon, the future of naval and aerial warfare, and social Darwinism and anti-immigration.

Dates: 1861-1926

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