Firsts, Seconds and Thirds: African American Leaders in Los Angeles from the 1960s and '70s from the Rolland J. Curtis Collection

by Kristine Protacio

Book Overview

Civil Rights took shape in 1960s Los Angeles as African Americans broke color barriers and began to occupy positions in government. Progress during this time extended past politics, to the realm of entertainment, commerce, public service and activism. It is in the midst of this exciting time that Rolland J. Curtis (right) took thousands of photographs while serving as a Field Deputy for Council Members Billy Mills and Tom Bradley. Curtis' images provide...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0692703470
• ISBN13: 9780692703472
• Release Date: April 2016
• Publisher: Photo Friends Publications
• Length: 204 Pages
• Weight: 0.82 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 7.4" x 9.7"