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Wright, Norman Edgar

 Person

Dates

  • Existence: 1927 - 1996

Biographical History

Norman Edgar Wright (1927-1996) was a family history professor in Utah.

Citation:
His Key to genealogical research essentials, 1966.

Found in 2 Collections and/or Records:

Department of Genealogy records

 Collection — Multiple Containers
Identifier: UA 15
Scope and Contents

Contains correspondence and memoranda to and from Norman E. Wright, coordinator of genealogical instruction, and other departmental personnel concerning genealogical research, curriculum, continuing education and career possibilities.

Dates: 1964-1976
Found in: L. Tom Perry Special Collections. University Archives / Department of Genealogy records

Oral history interview with Norman Edgar Wright

 Collection — Multiple Containers
Identifier: UA OH 148
Scope and Contents

Interview conducted by Richard Poll as part of the Brigham Young University Archives Joint Oral History Project of the Brigham Young University Alumni Association Emeritus Club on September 22, 1988. Wright describes why he chose to teach history at BYU. He gives an account of his employment with the BYU History Department and discusses different aspects of his career including his involvement with the Center for Family History and the publication of his ten books.

Dates: 1988
Found in: L. Tom Perry Special Collections. University Archives / Oral history interview with Norman Edgar Wright

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