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Parachutes (Life-saving equipment)

 Subject
Subject Source: Art & Architecture Thesaurus
Scope Note: Folding, umbrellalike fabric devices with cords supporting a harness or straps for allowing objects to float down safely through the air.

Found in 1 Collection or Record:

Gail S. Halvorsen collection of artifacts, 1948-2011

 Sub-Series
Identifier: MSS 2220 Series 2 Sub-Series 3 Sub-Series 14
Scope and Contents

Contains artifacts, including parachutes, hankerchiefs, other textiles and memorabilia related to Halvorsen's post-military retirement. Dated approximately 1948-2011.

Dates: 1948-2011
Found in: L. Tom Perry Special Collections / MSS 2220, Gail S. Halvorsen papers / Gail S. Halvorsen papers, audio-visual recordings, and artifacts / Gail S. Halvorsen papers on post-military retirement

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