Photograph
One-Handed Typewriter
Colonel Robert S. Allen, a well-known journalist before World War II, lost his arm while on active duty in Europe. He is seated here with Dr Anton Dvorak, the inventor of a one-arm typewriter that permitted him to resume his career despite his handicap. |
Image ID: | 74465 |
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Creation Date: | circa 1946 |
Creator Name: | Unknown |
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Collection Name: | Robert S. Allen papers, 1917-1980 (bulk 1932-1980) |
Genre: | Photograph |
Original Format Type: | photographic print, b&w |
Original Format Number: | PH 6627 |
Original Dimensions: | 7.5x9.5 inches |
Eyeglasses |
Military uniforms |
Veterans |
World War, 1939-1945 |
Indoor photography |
Men |
Inventions |
Typewriters |
Inventors |
Journalists |
War casualties |
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