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Russell Barrett discusses his book, "Integration at Ole Miss"

BROADCAST: Mar. 9, 1965 | DURATION: 00:55:59

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Synopsis

Political science professor and author Russell Barrett discusses and reads excerpts from his book, “Integration at Ole Miss.” He examines the legal challenges, apathy, and aggression that contributed to the build up of racial tensions leading to the enrollment of the University of Mississippi’s first black student — James Meredith — and the resulting riots and violence. Includes a recording of the Chad Mitchell Trio singing "Alma Mater (About Ole Miss)."

Details

Broadcast Date
Mar. 9, 1965

Physical Format
1 sound tape reel (ca. 56 min.) : 10 1/2 in.

Duration
55 minutes, 59 seconds

Digital Format
WAV

Ownership
The Chicago History Museum

Language
English

Topics

Civil Rights Race Relations Education

People

Authors, Writers Academics

Tags

Barrett, Russell H. Integration at Ole Miss Authors, American. History Radio programs--race relations Audiotapes. Radio programs. WFMT (Radio station : Chicago, Ill.) University of Mississippi Racial segregation Alma Mater (About Ole Miss) Chad Mitchell Trio Integration Segregation Cleveland, Donald Meredith, James Riots Desegregation Topp, Mildred

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