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Voices of Freedom brings together a broad array of personal testimonies documenting the civil rights struggle in the United States from the late 1940s through the 1980s. The book captures the lived experiences of African Americans, their allies, and the many activists who fought for racial equality, human rights, and social justice. Through these oral histories, readers gain insight into key events, the broader social and political context, and the enduring impact of the movement.
First publish date: 1995
Genre: History/Modern History
Authors: Henry Hampton
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