Harvey, Burwell T., 1892-1971.

Dates:
Birth 1892
Death 1971

Biographical notes:

Burwell Towns "B.T." Harvey, Jr. (b. 1892 d. 1971) was a science professor at Morehouse College, but is also known for his remarkable winning record as their athletic coach. During his time at Morehouse he founded and edited the Morehouse Journal of Science, documenting the achievements and contributions of African Americans in science. Harvey was commissioner of the Southern Inter-Collegiate Athletic Conference for 25 years. Also, Harvey founded and published Bench Talk Heard, a weekly newsletter chronicling Black college sports events and professional Black athletes.

From the description of Burwell T. Harvey Collection. 1900-1973. (Australian National University). WorldCat record id: 51298345

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Subjects:

  • African American athletes
  • African American college teachers
  • Coaches (Athletics)
  • College sports

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Places:

  • Georgia--Atlanta (as recorded)
  • Southern States (as recorded)