In this episode of Destination Freedom, we delve into the life and legacy of James Weldon Johnson, a multifaceted figure known for his roles as a poet, educator, and lobbyist. The narrative unfolds with Johnson's efforts to introduce an anti-lynching bill in the U.S. Senate, high ...عرض المزيد
The Story of 1875.
The Destination Freedom episode "The Story of 1875," aired on August 29, 1948, as episode 10 on Chicago’s WMAQ radio. Written by Richard Durham, it dramatizes the life of Senator Charles Caldwell, an African-American Reconstruction-era politician and militia leader in Mississippi ...عرض المزيد
In this captivating episode of "Destination Freedom," we delve into the inspiring story of Matthew Henson, the first man to reach the North Pole. The episode, titled "Arctic Autograph," takes listeners on a journey through Henson's life, from his humble beginnings on a farm in Ma ...عرض المزيد
Destination Freedom (008) 1948-08-15 Truth Goes to Washington.
In this episode of "Destination Freedom," we delve into the powerful story of Sojourner Truth, a mystic, abolitionist, and advocate for women's suffrage. Set against the backdrop of 1859 Maryland, the episode opens with a dramatic slave auction where Sojourner, armed with a stile ...عرض المزيد
Destination Freedom (007) 1948-08-08 The Heart of George Cotton.
In this episode of Destination Freedom, we delve into the dramatic and inspiring story of pioneering heart surgeons, Dr. Ulysses Grant Daley and Dr. Daniel Williams. The narrative takes us through the challenges and breakthroughs in the field of heart surgery, highlighting the ra ...عرض المزيد