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Booker T. Washington photograph

 Item — Box: BW 20, Folder: 1 [X031677118]
Identifier: MSS 16446

Scope and Contents Note

The Booker T. Washington photograph (1902; 0.03 cubic foot) documents Washington wearing a cap and gown.

Dates

  • Creation: 1902-04-12

Language of Materials

Materials are in English.

Conditions Governing Access

The collection is open for research use.

Biographical Note

Booker T. Washington (1859-1915) was a preeminent U.S. educator and public figure--one of the most prominent figures in turn-of-the-century efforts for racial equality. Washington founded present-day Tuskegee University, wrote multiple books and advised multiple presidents, and emphasized the development of African-Americans' vocational skills over academics and civil rights.

Source: Encyclopedia Britannica

Extent

0.03 Cubic Feet (1 folder)

Title
Booker T. Washington photograph
Author
Tanner Greene
Date
15 January 2020
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Language of description note
English

Repository Details

Part of the Albert and Shirley Small Special Collections Library Repository

Contact:
Albert and Shirley Small Special Collections Library
P.O. Box 400110
University of Virginia
Charlottesville Virginia 22904-4110 United States