Interview with William M. Bowman Sr. - OH 252

Interviewee

William M. Bowman Sr.

Interviewer

Michael A. Cooke

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Abstract

In his interview with Michael Cooke, Rev. William M. Bowman Sr. (1914-2000) discusses his involvement in the Progressive Democratic Party and the Palmetto Voter’s Association. Mr. Bowman details the impact these organizations had on the black community in the efforts to increase participation in the political process. In the interview, he discusses how these organizations started and the work they did in an attempt to achieve full participation of the black community. In the 1960s, Rev. Bowman helped organize sit-ins at segregated lunch counters in downtown Columbia and worked to educate local African Americans how to use their right to vote.

Publication Date

2-2-1986

Unique Identifier

OH 252

Format

1 Cassette; MP3; WAV;

Length

00:40:40

Restrictions

This interview is open for use.

Series

Politics

Disciplines

Oral History

Keywords

Democratic Party, Palmetto Voters Association

Interview with William M. Bowman Sr. - OH 252

LC Subject Headings

Political parties --Southern States, African Americans -- Political activity -- Southern States

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