Nikola Tesla FBI Files - Page 19

Federal Bureau of Investigation Department of Records Washington, D. C. Gentlemen: { 8 August 18, 1952 In a manner of introduction, I wish to state that I am working toward a degree in Electrical Engineering at the Institute of Technology of the University of Minnesota. ALL INFORMATION CONTAINED HEDEIN IS UNCLASSIFIED DATE 22-80 C ) CYSPA Gary M. For several years, I have been engaged in a study of extensive compass and detail concerning the researches and writings of the late, world renowned scientiet, Dr. Nikola Tesla. At considerable expense, I have acquired an extensive collection of materials relating to Dr. Tesla and his works which include: 1) Personal letters written by Tesla to his close friend. 2) Numerous periodicals, some of which are to be found in only a few libraries throughout the United States. 3) A few rare books which have now become "collector's items". Reply 8.26-32 4) A collection of issued patents. Although the items listed are considerable in number, the specific information desired is lacking. - 28 As I understand it, because of the nature of Dr. Tesla's role in scientific developments, all research papers, patent applications, etc., were secured by the Federal Bureau of Investigation at the time of Dr. Tesla's death in January of 1943. The purpose of this seizure, as described in numerous articles, was to determine whether these papers contained suggestions leading toward advancements in the field of Acience. 100 2237-4 RECORDED-68 W 19