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Brittin, Arthur T. (1899-1974): Interview and memoir

 Collection — Multiple Containers
Identifier: O-B777

Scope and Contents

SPRINGFIELD RACE RIOT Brittin, a resident of Sherman, Illinois, relates a second hand account of the 1908 race riot. He discusses his uncle's involvement, lynchings and destruction in the city of Springfield.

1 tape, 90 mins., 5 pp. Interview by Cullom Davis, 1972 OPEN See collateral file

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Extent

3.00 items

Language of Materials

English

Related Materials

Interview and Memoir in Illinois Digital Archives.

http://www.idaillinois.org/u?/uis,1296

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Repository Details

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