Illegalization of the Communist Party 1927-1968.

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Illegalization of the Communist Party 1927-1968.

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This collection reflects Michael Masmanno's battle against communism in the United States and more specifically, in Western Pennsylvania. Copies of state and federal bills, along with rough drafts of the bills, correspondence, drafts of speeches, clippings, newsletters, press releases, and U.S. House Committee on Un-American Activities publications are contained in the collection. The material in this collection focuses on the legal standing of the Communist Party.

10 cubic ft.

Duquesne University Library, Gumberg Library

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SNAC Resource ID: 7756981

Duquesne University Library, Gumberg Library

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