Blue Devil Reference collection, 1972-ongoing

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Summary

Creator:
Duke University. University Archives
Abstract:
The Blue Devil Reference Collection contains files of clippings and other material about Duke University's mascot.
Extent:
0.3 Linear Feet
300 Items
Language:
Material in English
Collection ID:
UA.01.11.0012
University Archives Record Group:
01 -- General Information and University History
01 -- General Information and University History > 11 -- Reference Collections

Background

Scope and content:

The Blue Devil Reference Collection contains files of clippings and other material about Duke University's mascot. Topics include the French mountain troops for whom Duke's mascot is named, the costume, drawings, history, public opinion, and copies of the handout, "Why a Blue Devil?" The collection also includes folders about uses of the Blue Devil name. This collection was compiled from a variety of sources by the University Archives for use in reference and research.

Acquisition information:
The Blue Devil Reference collection was compiled from a variety of sources by University Archives staff for reference and research.
Processing information:

Processed by Tom Harkins, May 2004

Encoded by Kimberly Sims, September 2006

Physical location:
For current information on the location of these materials, please consult the Library's online catalog.
Rules or conventions:
Describing Archives: A Content Standard

Subjects

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Subjects:
Duke Blue Devil -- History
Sports team mascots -- United States
Names:
Duke University -- Mascots -- History

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Terms of access:

Copyright for Official University records is held by Duke University; all other copyright is retained by the authors of items in these papers, or their descendants, as stipulated by United States copyright law.

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Preferred citation:

[Identification of item], Blue Devil Reference Collection, Duke University Archives, David M. Rubenstein Rare Book & Manuscript Library, Duke University.