American Student Union papers, 1936-1941 (inclusive).

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American Student Union papers, 1936-1941 (inclusive).

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Miscellaneous printed material, news releases, pamphlets, and other publications of the American Student Union. Also included is material relating to the American Youth Congress and other student organizations.

.5 linear ft. (1 box)

Yale University Library

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Yale University Library

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American Student Union

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The American Student Union was founded in 1935 in Columbus, Ohio. It was a left-leaning organization of high school and college students stressing pacifism, human rights, unionism, anti-fascism, and support for the Spanish Republic. From the description of American Student Union papers, 1936-1941 (inclusive). (Unknown). WorldCat record id: 702167250 From the guide to the American Student Union papers, 1936-1941, (Manuscripts and Archives) ...

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...