Herman Talmadge oral history interview, June 1, 1976
Scope and Contents
Interviewed by Robert Dubay. Among topics discussed: Bill Anderson book about Eugene Talmadge; association with Griffin; Griffin and three‑governor controversy; radio broadcasts with Griffin; lack of support for Griffin's campaign; relationship with Griffin; Griffin's governorship; Gene Talmadge; role of Georgia legislators in national politics; Griffin's 1962 loss to Sanders; conflict between Georgia politicians and the Atlanta press; county unit system; 1946 write‑in campaign; Gene Talmadge's declining health and death; GBI use in Herman Talmadge administration; Griffin's personality; Stone Mountain purchase; desegregation issue; Talmadge achievements in office; state highway creation announcement; education.
Dates
- Creation: June 1, 1976
Creator
- Talmadge, Herman E. (Herman Eugene), 1913-2002 (Interviewee, Person)
Restrictions on Access
Oral history available for research.
Biographical Note
Herman Talmadge (1913-2002), son of Eugene Talmadge, served as governor of Georgia from 1949 to 1955 and in the United States Senate from 1957 to 1981.
Extent
2 item(s) (audio (23:02 duration) transcript (19 pages))
Language of Materials
From the Collection: English
Repository Details
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