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Robert Young papers

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 1694

Scope and Contents

The Robert Young papers (1964-1991) contain pamphlets, posters, competition badges, and news clippings highlighting Young's life as a freestyle skier. The posters show different events he competed in and the pamphlets are from several ski camps he worked at.

Dates

  • 1964-1991

Creator

Conditions Governing Access

Twenty-four hour advanced notice encouraged. Materials must be used on-site. Access to parts of this collection may be restricted under provisions of state or federal law.

Conditions Governing Use

The library does not claim to control copyright for all materials in the collection. An individual depicted in a reproduction has privacy rights as outlined in Title 45 CFR, part 46 (Protection of Human Subjects). For further information, please review the J. Willard Marriott Library’s Use Agreement and Reproduction Request forms.

Biographical Sketch

Young (1951-2003) was born in Brigham City, Utah, but grew up in Ogden. He skied during his youth and pioneered the art of extreme skiing. Young was well-known and distinguished in his career. He acted as a stunt double in several movies including one in James Bond. He also won several world metals in world cup competitions. Robert Young died in Puerto Vallarta on 7 April 2003.

Extent

2.5 Linear Feet (1 Oversize Box)

Language of Materials

English

Abstract

The Robert Young papers (1964-1991) contain pamphlets, posters, competition badges, and news clippings highlighting Young's life as a freestyle skier. The posters show different events he competed in and the pamphlets are from several ski camps he worked at.

Immediate Source of Acquisition

Gift of Carolyn Young in 2003.

Related Materials

Forms part of the Ski and Snow Sports Archives (S.J. Quinney Outdoor Recreation Archives).

Separated Materials

Photographs were transferred to the Multimedia Division of Special Collections (P0942).

Processing Information

Processed by Matt Homer in 2003.
Title
Inventory of the Robert Young papers
Author
Finding aid created by Matt Homer.
Date
2003 (last modified: 2019)
Description rules
Describing Archives: A Content Standard
Language of description
English
Script of description
Latin
Language of description note
Finding aid written in English.

Repository Details

Part of the J. Willard Marriott Library Special Collections Repository

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