Letter to Edsel Ford from the Detroit Aviation Society regarding the Detroit Arctic Expedition, December 28, 1925
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Artifact Overview
The Detroit Aviation Society was one of the sponsors of George Hubert Wilkins's exploration of the Arctic. Wilkins's project--named the Detroit Arctic Expedition--planned to survey the Arctic icecap and look for landmasses. It also aimed to prove the viability of airplanes in safely navigating the polar region. This letter advised members they would discuss the expedition at their next meeting.
Artifact Details
Artifact
Letter (Correspondence)
Date Made
28 December 1925
Subject Date
28 December 1925
Place of Creation
Collection Title
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
64.167.6.286
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Gift of Ford Motor Company.
Material
Paper (Fiber product)
Technique
Handwriting
Printing (Process)
Typewriting
Color
Black-and-white (Colors)
Dimensions
Height: 11 in
Width: 8.5 in
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