Ellis Arnall oral history interview, July 27, 1977
Scope and Contents
Interviewed by Lorraine Spritzer. Among topics discussed: Arnall's lecture and book enterprises; endorsement of Mankin for Congress in special election; succession amendment; Mankin's personal characteristics; political establishment; Wiley Moore; Bill Hartsfield; Mankin as political maverick; Harold Wilson, Prime Minister of Britain; campaign financing; establishment reaction to Mankin; authority to certify candidates changed from governor to Secretary of State; county unit system; Mankin's approach to politics; changing politics of South; Mankin as trailblazer; Jimmy Carter; blacks, women and equality.
Dates
- Creation: July 27, 1977
Creator
- Arnall, Ellis Gibbs, 1907-1992 (Interviewee, Person)
Restrictions on Access
Oral history available for research.
Biographical note
Ellis Arnall (1907-1992) served as governor of Georgia from 1943 through 1947 and was an integral part of the anti‑Talmadge faction in Georgia politics throughout his career.
Extent
1 item(s) (audio (45:50 duration))
Language of Materials
From the Collection: English
Repository Details
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