Crawford W. Long papers, after 1837

Summary

Creator:
Long, Crawford Williamson, 1815-1878
Date:
after 1837
Extent:
5 folder(s)
Language:
English
Preferred citation:

Crawford W. Long papers, ms502, Hargrett Rare Books and Manuscripts Library, The University of Georgia Libraries.

Background

Scope and content:

The collection consists of correspondences (primarily Photostats and facsimiles), testimonials, newspaper articles, memorials, and photographs regarding Crawford W. Long's discovery of ether anesthesia. Two original letters included in the collection, between Long and Thomas R. R. Cobb, regard the death of Long's daughter.

Biographical / historical:

Crawford Long (1815-1878) was a north Georgia Physician credited with the discovery of anesthesia.

For further information, see the article "Crawford Long (1815-1878)" at New Georgia Encyclopedia.

Access and use restrictions

Restrictions:

No photocopying of facsimiles.

Preferred citation:

Crawford W. Long papers, ms502, Hargrett Rare Books and Manuscripts Library, The University of Georgia Libraries.