Freedom in the Air: A Documentary on Albany, Georgia, 1962
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Artifact Overview
Released in 1962, this album gave voice to local civil rights leaders and demonstrators in their struggle to desegregate Albany, Georgia. African-Americans in Albany had begun to challenge segregation policies in 1961. Though momentum waned when large numbers of marchers and demonstrators were jailed, Albany's African-American community continued to challenge -- and eventually change -- local segregation laws.
Artifact Details
Artifact
Record cover
Date Made
1962
Subject Date
1961-1962
Place of Creation
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
2002.181.1
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Paper (Fiber product)
Dimensions
Height: 12.25 in
Width: 12.25 in
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