Harvey, Burwell T., 1892-1971.

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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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Georgia--Atlanta
Southern States
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African American athletes
African American college teachers
Coaches (Athletics)
College sports
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Birth 1892

Death 1971

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