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Destination Freedom
Entertainment Radio
8 episodes
7 months ago
Destination Freedom was a groundbreaking radio series that aired from 1948 to 1951 on WMAQ in Chicago. Created by Richard Durham, the show aimed to reeducate the public on the contributions and struggles of African Americans by presenting biographical histories of prominent figures like George Washington Carver, Frederick Douglass, and Harriet Tubman. The series was known for its powerful storytelling and positive portrayal of Black characters, which was quite radical for its time.
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Destination Freedom was a groundbreaking radio series that aired from 1948 to 1951 on WMAQ in Chicago. Created by Richard Durham, the show aimed to reeducate the public on the contributions and struggles of African Americans by presenting biographical histories of prominent figures like George Washington Carver, Frederick Douglass, and Harriet Tubman. The series was known for its powerful storytelling and positive portrayal of Black characters, which was quite radical for its time.
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Destination Freedom (007) 1948-08-08 The Heart of George Cotton
Destination Freedom
29 minutes 26 seconds
11 months ago
Destination Freedom (007) 1948-08-08 The Heart of George Cotton

"The Heart of George Cotton" is the seventh episode of the Destination Freedom radio series, which originally aired on August 8, 1948. This episode, written by Richard Durham, tells the story of George Cotton, a significant yet often overlooked figure in African American history.


George Cotton was a pioneering educator and community leader who dedicated his life to improving educational opportunities for African Americans. His work was instrumental in the establishment of schools and educational programs that provided much-needed resources and support to Black communities during a time of significant racial segregation and discrimination.


In "The Heart of George Cotton," listeners are taken through key moments in Cotton's life, highlighting his relentless efforts to overcome the barriers imposed by a segregated society. The episode captures his passion for education, his innovative approaches to teaching, and his unwavering commitment to uplifting his community through knowledge and empowerment.

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Destination Freedom
Destination Freedom was a groundbreaking radio series that aired from 1948 to 1951 on WMAQ in Chicago. Created by Richard Durham, the show aimed to reeducate the public on the contributions and struggles of African Americans by presenting biographical histories of prominent figures like George Washington Carver, Frederick Douglass, and Harriet Tubman. The series was known for its powerful storytelling and positive portrayal of Black characters, which was quite radical for its time.