Scope and content:

This series consists of Bunche's original speeches, academic lectures, commencement addresses and remarks given at events and recorded interviews and statements that were broadcast on radio or television programs. In many cases manuscript drafts, reading copies, and transcripts with annotations and marginalia exist for speeches and broadcasts. Folders often include correspondence and supporting documents related to the event where the speech took place, including programs and reprints. Acceptance speeches for honorary degrees and awards are also included in this series. Some recordings of interviews and television broadcasts, including Bunche's Person to Person interview with Edward R. Murrow, are housed with the Film and Audio Recordings 1937-1975 series.

Materials are arranged in chronological order, with speaking engagement schedules and general materials related to broadcasted recordings at the beginning of each year.

Physical description:

54 boxes

Contents

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