Hollander--August 17, 1963, interview with Rev. Joseph Carter, Laurel Hill, Louisiana (Edward Hollander recordings [sound recording], 1963-1964; Audio 369A)

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Hollander, Edward

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Interview conducted by Edward Hollander with Reverend Joseph Carter, the first African American man who registered to vote in the West Feliciana Parish in Louisiana. This audio contains a discussion of how CORE members aided African Americans to register to vote and the many obstacles and threats encountered by African Americans who registered.

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Sound

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Sound Recording

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