Interviewer
Dr. George Garrison
Files
Abstract
This interview was conducted by Dr. George Garrison with George C. Land and Samuel Foster for his History of Emmett Scott High School project. Both Mr. Land and Mr. Foster are former principals of the school. Emmett Scott High School was the segregated high school for African-Americans, which was named after Emmett Scott, a former aide to Booker T. Washington and President Woodrow Wilson. The school opened in 1920 and was closed in 1970 when full integration was implemented in Rock Hill South Carolina schools. Mr. George land was principal from 1967-1968. Mr. Samuel Foster was principal from 1968-1970 when the school closed. Both Mr. Land and Mr. Foster discuss their experiences before and after serving as principal of Emmett Scott as well as the in the local community. Mr. Foster discusses some of his time with the South Carolina State General Assembly.
Publication Date
6-12-2003
Unique Identifier
OH 694
Format
MP3;
Length
01:11:49
Disciplines
Law
Recommended Citation
Land, George C.; Foster, Samuel; and Emmett Scott High School, "Interview with George C. Land and Samuel Foster - OH 694" (2003). Winthrop University Oral History Program. OH 694.
https://digitalcommons.winthrop.edu/oralhistoryprogram/581
