All-American News 9 (1945 Original Black & White Film)

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Step back in time with this captivating black and white film from 1945! Explore the groundbreaking All-American news, the pioneering newsreels tailored for a black audience during the 1940s and 1950s. Originally crafted to inspire black Americans to actively engage in and endorse the war effort, these reels also provide a unique African-American perspective on global and national events. In this issue, discover highlights such as Edward Washington's pigeon-raising endeavors, the joyous 70th birthday celebration of Mary McLeod Bethune, and W.E.B. Du Bois's insightful reporting on the United Nations Conference on International Organization. Immerse yourself in this historical tapestry!

Source :
All American News, I. (1945) All-American news. -07, no. 3. Alexander, W. D. U., Glucksman, E. M. U. & Barnett, C., prods [Video] Retrieved from the Library of Congress, https://www.loc.gov/item/2018601438

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