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Publication Information
Physical Description
| Format | Image |
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| Dimensions | 26 x 21 cm |
Collection Information
| Source Collection | Highlander Research and Education Center records, 1917-2017 |
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| Call Number | PH 4260.73 |
Copyright Information
| Copyright Status | COPYRIGHT NOT EVALUATED |
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Vera McCampbell Testifying
Vera McCampbell, former teacher in Grundy County, who came to the mountains with May Justus before Highlander Folk School was started in 1932, testifying during the Highlander investigation.
Sheriff Padlocking Highlander Folk School
1958
Myles Horton watching as the local sheriff puts a padlock on Highlander Folk School, following a trial in which Highlander was accused of propagating Communism.
Outdoor Meeting at Highlander Folk School
Four people have an informal meeting outdoors at Highlander School. Three of them are seated on the grass and one is seated on a chair. Myles Horton on the far right.
Myles Horton with Thorsten Horton
Myles Horton with his son, Thorsten Horton, in a pile of leaves at Highlander Folk School.
Eleanor Roosevelt with Myles Horton and May Justus
1957
Eleanor Roosevelt, standing, with Myles Horton, and May Justus at the 25th anniversary of Highlander Folk School.
