All American News III (1944 Original Black & White Film)

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Step into history with this captivating black and white film from 1944, a part of the groundbreaking All-American News series tailored for a black audience. These pioneering newsreels aimed to rally support for the war effort and provide an African-American viewpoint on global events. Highlights of this issue include segments featuring Harry McAlpin, the first African-American reporter to be given White House press credentials, Buddy Young and other athletes competing at a track and field championship event in Chicago, and black troops fighting in the Pacific. Immerse yourself in these snapshots of resilience, achievement, and bravery.

Source :
Owen, C. & All American News, I. (1944) All-American news. -03. Alexander, W. D. U., Glucksman, E. M. U. & Barnett, C., prods [-03?] [Video] Retrieved from the Library of Congress, https://www.loc.gov/item/2018600181

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