Williamsburg Regional Library

African-American trailblazers, [12 Virginians who changed our world], a Richmond Region 2007 Legacy Project ; produced by Richmond Region 2007 Capital One Media Productions ; EAF Custom Communications ; written & directed by Eric Allan Futterman ; producer, Ray Mullins ; executive producer, Robert L. Dortch, Jr. ; associate producer, Terry Gau

Label
African-American trailblazers, [12 Virginians who changed our world], a Richmond Region 2007 Legacy Project ; produced by Richmond Region 2007 Capital One Media Productions ; EAF Custom Communications ; written & directed by Eric Allan Futterman ; producer, Ray Mullins ; executive producer, Robert L. Dortch, Jr. ; associate producer, Terry Gau
Language
eng
Characteristic
videorecording
Main title
African-American trailblazers
Medium
videorecording
Oclc number
183891465
resource.otherEventInformation
Opening theater scene recorded at the historical Byrd Theater in Richmond, Va
Responsibility statement
a Richmond Region 2007 Legacy Project ; produced by Richmond Region 2007 Capital One Media Productions ; EAF Custom Communications ; written & directed by Eric Allan Futterman ; producer, Ray Mullins ; executive producer, Robert L. Dortch, Jr. ; associate producer, Terry Gau
Runtime
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Sub title
[12 Virginians who changed our world]
Summary
"The African American Trailblazers events and DVD legacy project pay homage to the significant contributions and accomplishments of twelve heroic African Americans from Virginia honoring those who exemplify the inspiring characteristics of the African American Trailblazers. Virginia has a rich heritage that includes a vibrant African American history. This DVD will help increase awareness of the immeasurable impact African Americans have had on Virginia and will serve as a catalyst in our continuing dialogue as we move Virginia forward together"--Accompanying letter
Table Of Contents
Arthur Ashe (Richmond, Va 1943-1983) -- Ella Josephine Baker (Norfolk, Va 1903-1986) -- Ella Fitzgerald (Newport News, Va 1918-1996) -- Anthony Johnson (Jamestown, Va Unknown-1680) -- James Lafayette (New Kent Co., Va 1748-1830) -- John Mercer Langston (Louisa County, Va 1829-1897) -- Max Robinson (Richmond, Va 1939-1988) -- Anne Spencer (Lynchburg, Va 1882-1975) -- Maggie L. Walker (Richmond, Va 1867-1934) -- Booker T. Washington (Franklin County, Va 1856-1915) -- Carter G. Woodson (Buckingham Co., Va 1875-1950) -- Dr. Roger Arliner Young (Clifton Forge, Va 1889-1964)
Target audience
adult
Technique
live action
Genre
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