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

BROADCAST: Mar. 9, 1965 | DURATION: 00:53:09

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)."

*Please note: some sections have been edited out from the original recording due to copyright considerations