Research

Overview of the Records

Repository:

New York State Archives
New York State Education Department
Cultural Education Center
Albany, NY 12230

Summary:
This series contains correspondence, memoranda, lists, and forms documenting the State Property Officer's distribution and liquidation of civil defense equipment. The Officer was appointed to oversee the allocation and distribution of protective equipment from the Office of Civilian Defense to the State and nearly 350 local communities. Lists enumerate distribution by community. Correspondence documents the receipt and liquidation of emergency medical equipment, and communities' requests for equipment and the Mutual Aid Allocation program.
Creator:
Title:
Civil defense equipment distribution and liquidation records
Quantity:

9 cubic feet

Inclusive Dates:
1942-1946
Series Number:
A4359