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School Boycott Leader
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Donna Connolly, wearing sunglasses, is standing on the sidewalk in South Boston with some of her children. She was one of the leaders of the school boycotts to protest court-ordered busing in her city. Behind her are several other people, and a group of youth on bicycles are in the background.
1975
Cowan, Rachel
Publication Information
| Creator | Cowan, Rachel |
|---|---|
| Date Created | 1975 |
Physical Description
| Format | Image |
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| Dimensions | 18 x 26 cm |
Collection Information
| Source Collection | Paul Cowan papers, 1963-1987 |
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| Call Number | M92-316 Box 1 Fldr 1 |
Copyright Information
| Copyright Status | IN COPYRIGHT |
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| Rights Holder | Wisconsin Historical Society |
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