Hermann Fritz, Weil der Stadt (Because of the City), Gedenkjahr (Commemorative Year), "Johannes Kepler" Drawing with Quote, 1971-12-27
Scope and Contents
The 31 boxes in this collection contain a variety of subjects and media. The collection encompasses Dr. Stuhlinger's work at NASA as well as housing a number of familial and personal effects such as photographs and diaries.
Dates
- Creation: 1971-12-27
Creator
- From the Collection: Stuhlinger, Ernst (Person)
Language of Materials
The quote is in German: "Himmel Durchmass Mein Geist, Nun Mess Ich Das Dunkel Der Erde. Ward Mir Vom Himmel Der Geist, Ruht Hier Der Irdische Leib. --Johannes Kepler"
Translation: Heaven measure my mind, now I measure the darkness of the earth. When the spirit came to me from heaven, the earthly body rests here. --Johannes Kepler
Conditions Governing Access
This collection is open for research in the Archives and Special Collections reading room. Handling guidelines and use restrictions will be communicated and enforced by archives staff members.
Extent
From the Collection: 32.5 Linear feet (33 boxes.)
Abstract
There are four copies of this drawing; two have been signed by Fritz.
Repository Details
Part of the The University of Alabama in Huntsville Archives & Special Collections Repository
M. Louis Salmon Library
301 Sparkman Drive
Huntsville Alabama 35899 United States of America
256-824-6523
archives@uah.edu