Physicist and rocketry pioneer. He studied at Clark and Princeton Universities, becoming professor of physics at Clark (1919–43). He expanded the theory of rocketry, developing the first successful liquid-fueled rocket, launched in 1926. In 1929 he launched the first instrumental rocket, and later conducted research for US Navy applications. Ink signature, “R. H. Goddard,” on an off-white slip, clipped from the closing of a letter. Matted and framed with a Time magazine one-page article about Goddard, to an overall size of 9.75 x 14. In fine condition. R&R COA.
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