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Crawford W. Long papers
Descriptive Summary | |
| Title: Crawford W. Long papers | |
| Creator: Long, Crawford Williamson, 1815-1878 | |
| Inclusive Dates: after 1837 | |
| Language(s): English | |
| Extent: 5 folder(s) | |
| Collection Number: ms502 | |
| Repository: Hargrett Library | |
Collection Description
Historical Note
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.
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.
Administrative Information
Conditions Governing Access
No photocopying of facsimiles.
Preferred Citation
Crawford W. Long papers, ms502, Hargrett Rare Books and Manuscripts Library, The University of Georgia Libraries.
Finding Aid Publication
Finding aid prepared on: 2018.