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 Series

II. Writings by and about Robeson, 1917-2006,, 1917-2006

Dates

  • 1917-2006

Scope and Contents

Summary: Paul Robeson was the subject of much interest during his lifetime. This series contains newspaper, magazine, and scholarly journal articles about his theatrical performances and his political and civil rights activities. The Targum articles document Robeson's achievements at Rutgers University as an All-American football player, member of the prestigious "Cap and Skull" honorary fraternity, his debating skills, and Rutgers' view of him as he became a controversial political figure. A significant item by Robeson is his senior thesis on the Fourteenth Amendement. While "Writings" series is not comprehensive, it does include important articles on Robeson and his life.

Language of Materials

From the Collection:

English

Arrangement

Arrangement: This series is divided into five subseries and roughly chronological within each subseries. The subseries are: A: Writings about Paul Robeson; B: Targum Articles; C: Writings by Paul Robeson (including senior thesis); D: "Birthdays"; and E: Biographical/Sources

Part of the Rutgers University Archives Repository

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