The Personal Papers of Harold DeWolf Kantner 1886-1973
Scope and Contents
This collection covers the aviation career of Harold DeWolf Kantner. The collection includes correspondence, telegrams, documents, memorabilia and newspaper articles from throughout Kantner’s aviation career. There are also numerous photographs from Kantner’s personal collection.
Dates
- 1892-1973
- Majority of material found within 1912 - 1973
Conditions Governing Access
The collection is open to researchers by appointment.
Conditions Governing Use
Some copyright may be reserved. Consult with the library director for more information.
Biographical / Historical
Harold DeWolf Kantner spent his life in aviation in a variety of roles. He attended the Moisant School of Aviation in 1911 and received license no. 65. He went on to fly, test, design and build planes as well as instructing others on flying. He also designed an outboard hydroplane that won many regattas. During World War II Kantner worked for Consolidated Vultee in San Diego as a design engineer. Kantner was a longtime member of the Early Bird organization.
Extent
1.2 Cubic Feet (3 manuscript boxes)
Language of Materials
English
Abstract
This collection contains the personal papers of Harold DeWolf Kantner. Kantner was an early aviation pioneer who did a lot of work with flying boats.
Physical Location
San Diego Air & Space Museum
- Title
- The Materials of Harold DeWolf Kantner 1886-1973
- Author
- Jason Rogers
- Date
- 2011
- Language of description
- Undetermined
- Script of description
- Code for undetermined script
- Language of description note
- English
Repository Details
Part of the San Diego Air and Space Museum Library and Archives Repository
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San Diego 92101 USA US
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