David Coplon Papers, 1955-1980

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Summary

Creator:
Coplon, David
Abstract:
The collection includes material related to pro-peace organizations retained by Schnectady resident David Coplon.
Extent:
5 cubic ft.
Language:
English
Preferred citation:

Preferred citation for this material is as follows:

Identification of specific item, series, box, folder, David Coplon Papers, 1955-1980. M.E. Grenander Department of Special Collections and Archives, University Libraries, University at Albany, State University of New York (hereafter referred to as the Coplon Papers).

Background

Scope and content:
Includes material from the Schenectady chapter of Committee for a Sane Nuclear Policy (SANE); local chapter of ant-Vietnam war; Church and Laity United, Schenectady; and groups for Middle East peace, 1970s.
Biographical / historical:
A resident of Schenctady, David Coplon was affiliated with such organizations as Friends of Peace Now, Clergy & Laity Against War, Temple Gates of Heaven, and New Jewish Agenda.
Acquisition information:
David Coplon donated this collection to the M.E. Grenander Department of Special Collections & Archives in 2006 August.
Processing information:
Processed in 2015 by unprocessed.
Arrangement:
The collection is unprocessed and is likely disorganized. Individual items may be difficult to find.
Physical location:
The materials are located onsite in the department.

Using these materials

Access:
The archives are open to the public and anyone is welcome to visit and view the collections.
Restrictions:
Access to this collection is restricted because it is unprocessed. Portions of the collection may contain recent administrative records and/or personally identifiable information. While it is likely that portions of the collection may be viewed, access must be managed by an archivist.
Rights and Permissions:
The researcher assumes full responsibility for conforming with the laws of copyright. Whenever possible, the M.E. Grenander Department of Special Collections and Archives will provide information about copyright owners and other restrictions, but the legal determination ultimately rests with the researcher. Requests for permission to publish material from this collection should be discussed with the Head of Special Collections and Archives.
Preferred citation:

Preferred citation for this material is as follows:

Identification of specific item, series, box, folder, David Coplon Papers, 1955-1980. M.E. Grenander Department of Special Collections and Archives, University Libraries, University at Albany, State University of New York (hereafter referred to as the Coplon Papers).

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