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Discussing the book, "Before the Mayflower," with Lerone Bennett, Jr. ; part 1

BROADCAST: 1964 | DURATION: 01:15:25

Details

Broadcast Date
1964

Physical Format
4 sound tape reelS (ca. 265.14 min.: 10 1/2 in., 1 sound tape reel (ca. 60 min.) : 7 in.

Duration
1 hour, 15 minutes, 25 seconds

Digital Format
WAV

Ownership
The Chicago History Museum

Language
English

Topics

Literature American History & Politics

People

Authors, Writers Journalists

Tags

Bennett, Lerone Audiotapes. Radio programs. WFMT (Radio station : Chicago, Ill.)

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