Collection: Albert R. Behnke Papers, 1906-1996 - Archives & Manuscripts at Duke University Libraries Search Results

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Abstract Or Scope: Contains photographs, film, and slides. Photographs include group portraits, Behnke, US Navy shots during WWII, and the US Navy Submarine School. The slides focus on diving, hypothermia, and radiation. Materials date from 1938 to 1979 and are arranged alphabetically.

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Abstract Or Scope: Albert Behnke, a physician and captain in the United States Navy; pioneered the development of body composition assessment through the study of elite athletes; member of the Undersea and Hyperbaric Medical Society. Collection contains correspondence, reports, committee materials, text of speeches and lectures, presentation notes, manuscript materials, research files, reprints, and grant files. Major subjects include diving, decompression, diving physiology, and body composition. Materials range in date from 1906 to 1997.

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