Interviewer
Michael A. Cooke
Files
Abstract
In his interview with Michael Cooke, St. Julian F. Devine (1916-2000) discusses his life and experiences in the Charleston, South Carolina area. Mr. Devine details his work with the South Carolina Progressive Democratic Party as well as various other political organizations such as the Palmetto Voters Association. He also details his political work in the Charleston, South Carolina area. Devine served on the Charleston City Council from 1967 to 1975, making him the first African American member on the council since Reconstruction. He also served as Mayor Pro Tem in 1975. Mr. Devine was a very active participant in the Civil Rights Movement and efforts to improve the lives of the black community.
Publication Date
2-15-1986
Unique Identifier
OH 207
Format
1 Cassette; MP3; WAV;
Length
01:03:13
Series
Civil Rights Movement
Disciplines
Oral History
Keywords
Jim Crow, Progressive Democratic Party, Voter Registration
Recommended Citation
Devine, St. Julian F., "Interview with St. Julian F. Devine" (1986). Winthrop University Oral History Program. OH 207.
https://digitalcommons.winthrop.edu/oralhistoryprogram/66
LC Subject Headings
Political parties -- Southern States, African Americans -- Political activity -- Southern States, Voter registration, African Americans -- Civil rights -- Southern States -- History, Garvey, Marcus, 1887-1940, Waring, Julius Waties, 1880-1968, Clement, A. J. (Arthur J.), African Methodist Episcopal Church
