Robert S. Griffin letter to Max Rotter - November 23, 1917
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262689-639-D 30 [stamp] [November] 26 191 [Navy Department letterhead] November 23, 1917. Sir:- It has been represented to the Bureau that you are willing to collaborate with other designers of oil engines in the production of a design of engine for submarines which will be superior to those now in use. As the subject is one of great importance, a reply from you stating whether you are willing to enter upon such work in conjunction with other designers of such engines would be appreciated. The Bureau would also be pleased to know whether it would be convenient for you to attend a conference on the subject at the Bureau on Monday, December 3, 1917. Very respectfully, R.S. Griffin Engineer-in-Chief, U.S.N. Chief of Bureau. Mr. Max Rotter, Busch-Sulzer Bros. Diesel Engine Co., St. Louis, [Missouri]
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| Title | Robert S. Griffin letter to Max Rotter - November 23, 1917 |
| Creator | Griffin, Robert S. |
| Source | Griffin, Robert S. Letter to Max Rotter. 23 November 1917. Busch-Sulzer Collection. Wisconsin Historical Society, Madison, Wisconsin. |
| Description | Letter from Admiral Robert S. Griffin, Engineer in Chief, to Max Rotter, Vice President of Engineering for the Busch-Sulzer Brothers Diesel Engine Company. Admiral Griffin, a leading authority of marine engines, asked Rotter if he would be willing to collaborate on a design for an oil engine with other designers in the field. |
| Subject LCSH | Diesel engine; Submarine boats; Busch-Sulzer brothers Diesel engine company |
| Subject Local | WWI; World War I |
| Contributing Institution | Wisconsin Historical Society |
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| Date Original | November 23, 1917 |
| Language | English |