General Slocum Memorabilia
Scope and Contents
The Claude Rust Collection contains research materials for his book The Burning of the General Slocum, as well as heirloom artifacts from the day of the General Slocum Disaster and memorial services until 2018.
A facsimile of the original itinerary from the day of the disaster is included along with an original first memorial ceremony pamphlet. Memorial Service pamphlets from 1957-2018 are also included in the collection.
Research materials include maps, photographs, facsimiles of court transcripts, postcards, books, and notes.
Dates
- 1981
Conditions Governing Access
Appointments to examine materials must be made in advance. Please e-mail library@sunymaritime.edu for more information or to schedule an appointment.
Extent
From the File: 4.7 Linear Feet
Language of Materials
From the File: English
Repository Details
Part of the Stephen B. Luce Library Repository