Records of the Harvard Black Students Association, and undated 1977-2005

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Records of the Harvard Black Students Association, and undated 1977-2005

The Harvard Black Students Association, also known as the BSA, was established during the 1976-1977 academic year. The records document the history, activities, and interests of this group.

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SNAC Resource ID: 6385502

Harvard University Archives.

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