Glenn T. Seaborg as quoted by Albin Krebs in: (July 15, 1970), "Gen. Groves of Manhattan Project Dies", New York Times
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For three critical years he directed the most awesome project in the history of mankind. He was a constant source of amazement . . . He had the deep respect and admiration of his staff for his ability to organize and get things done.
— Glenn T. Seaborg
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About Leslie Groves
Lieutenant General Leslie Richard Groves Jr. (August 17, 1896 – July 13, 1970) was a U.S. Army Corps of Engineers officer, famous as the director of the Manhattan Project.
About Leslie Groves
Lieutenant General Leslie Richard Groves Jr. (August 17, 1896 – July 13, 1970) was a U.S. Army Corps of Engineers officer, famous as the director of the Manhattan Project.
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