Allan Berube discusses his book "Coming Out Under Fire: History of Gay Men and Women in World War II"

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Broadcast Date
Apr. 30, 1990

Physical Format
1 sound tape reel (55 min.) : 10 1/2 in.

Duration
47 minutes, 40 seconds

Digital Format
WAV

Ownership
The Chicago History Museum

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World War II American History & Politics LGBTQ Culture & Rights African American History & Culture

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