Writings, Neil Armstrong Clippings & Correspondence, and Miscellaneous Items, 1995 - 2014
Scope and Contents
This series consists of Sandor Kvassay's autobiography, "Alex in Wonderland: A life of high adventure from war-torn Europe to the world of aviation," along with stories written by him and featured in Professional Pilot. Another highlight of the series is a binder of clippings about Neil Armstrong, a longtime friend of Kvassay's. There are also e-mails from the early 2000s in the binder that were sent between the two friends. Miscellaneous items consist of collector calendars from Kansas Aviation Museum and an undated tape, titled, "Lear Jet Country."
Dates
- Creation: 1995 - 2014
Creator
- From the Collection: Kvassay, Sandor, 1926- (Person)
Language of Materials
Collection material is primarily in English. Chinese, French, German, Korean, Mongolian, Polish, Russian, Spanish, among many others are also present.
Access Information
The collection is open for research. The collection is stored offsite; 24 hours notice is required to access the collection.
Extent
0.363 Cubic Feet (One letter-size full-width manuscript box)
Repository Details
Part of the Purdue University Archives and Special Collections Repository
504 Mitch Daniels Boulevard
West Lafayette Indiana 47907 United States
765-494-2839
archives@purdue.edu