Michael P. Church collection 1933-1954

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Michael P. Church collection 1933-1954

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Writings, notes, clippings, leaflets, and pamphlets, relating to American youth movements and communist activities in American educational institutions.

2 manuscript boxes.; (0.8 linear feet)

eng,

Hoover Institution Archives

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SNAC Resource ID: 6660661

Hoover Institution Archives

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Church, Michael P., collector.

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World Youth Congress

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American Youth Congress

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The American Youth Congress was established in 1935 as an umbrella organization of American youth advocacy groups. Its intention was to unite these disparate groups under a single voice to promote opportunities for education and civic involvement for Depression-era youth, and to lobby on behalf of the under-21 population. The AYC won the vocal support of First Lady Eleanor Roosevelt, adn established itself as a powerful lobbying entity. Among many other causes, the AYC undertook lobbying efforts...