Coates, Wells Wintemute, 1895 - 1958 (architect)
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Correspondence with Wells Coates, architect and designer of London, about the aerodynamics of Chinese sails, and other matters, 1949-04-09 - 1953-05-11
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Reference Code: GBR/1928/NRI/SCC2/123/4/15
Scope and Contents
The correspondence comprises 3 letters from Coates; copies of 3 letters from Joseph Needham. Other matters discussed include Coates' experiences sailing with Chinese and Japanese seamen; history of sailing vessels; Coates 'wingsail catamran'; relevant literature.
Dates:
1949-04-09 - 1953-05-11