James Gwin oral history interview, October 16, 2016
Scope and Contents
Interviewed by Traci Drummond. In this interview, Jim Gwin describes growing up in Indianola, Mississippi, during a time of great racial tension. He talks about the emergence of his political consciousness as an adolescent and young adult. He discusses his undergraduate and graduate education, including his getting involved with journalism and activism. Gwin talks about moving to Atlanta as part of the Americorps VISTA program and eventually joining the Great Speckled Bird. He discusses his time with the Bird, becoming a father, and his eventual departure from the Bird.
Dates
- Creation: October 16, 2016
Creator
- Gwin, James (Interviewee, Person)
Restrictions on Access
Oral history available for research.
Biographical Note:
Jim Gwin was born in Houston, Texas in 1943. His family moved to Indianola, Mississippi when he was a child. He attended Harvard University and the University of Wisconsin. Gwin later moved to Atlanta, where he joined the staff of The Great Speckled Bird. He later moved to California and became a teacher.
Extent
1 item(s) (audio/video (1:47:38 duration))
Language of Materials
From the Collection: English
Physical Description
[2.780 GB; Born digital oral history, WAV file, MP4 file]
Repository Details
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