Lot 170
Rickover, Hyman G (1900-1986) American naval officer and engineer who developed the USS Nautilus, the first nuclear powered submarine. Rickover also pushed for the development of nuclear power for peaceful purposes, helping to develop the first civilian nuclear power plant at Shippingport, Pennsylvania.
Lot of five Typed Letters Signed ("HS Rickover"). On various submarine letterheads, one on Atomic Energy Commission letterhead, all addressed to Thomas Morgan of the House of Representatives, dates 1966-1967. All letters concern various submarine tests, most notably the Will Rogers (a three page letter with many biographical details about Rogers). Conditions range from very good to fine, the only flaws being assorted mailing folds and one paper clip stain.
Estimated Value $550 - 650.
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| Realized $604 |
