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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.
Myles Horton with Thorsten Horton
Myles Horton with his son, Thorsten Horton, in a pile of leaves at Highlander Folk School.
Perry Horton in Highlander Garden
1934
Perry Horton, father of Myles Horton, in the Highlander Folk School garden.
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.
