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  • Collection: UIS History Harvest 2018 - Being Illinoisan

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Self walking guide of museum exhibit at African American History Museum. The guide walks you through the entire exhibit.

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The brochure shows the three African American U.S. Marshalls to promote Robert Moore's book the Presidents Men.

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Newspaper article is about African American Robert Moore's career and life. The article talks about the exhibit that has been created on his life.

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A book written by a local Illinois Author about Lithuanians in Springfield. Inspired by a blog filled with stories about Lithuanian Americans in Springfield Illinois.

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Newspaper articles from The State Journal Register and the Jacksonville Currier about Walter Mondale's visit to Illinois.

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This is a non-fiction work focused within the Southern Illinois' town of Cobden. It followed Dick Ruggles' journey to Cobden and his two year stint as head coach of a successful underdog team: the Appleknockers.

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This is a button that represents a significant Cardinal baseball fan base in Springfield, IL. It was created specifically to bring awareness to the rival Cubs/Cards exhibit at the presidential museum.

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An official proclamation from the city of Springfield that gives special recognition to Lithuanian Americans on May 19th. Created in 2012 for the unveiling of a historical marker dedicated to Lithuanian Americans and the old St. Vincent de Paul…

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This photo is a pre-fight photo of Roy Meyers (left) and Eugene Taylor (right). They boxed for the Marine Corps. Between the two boxers is Red Skelton, a famous performer of the era. Taylor would go on to win the fight. The announcement is the…

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Honorable Discharge Certificate awarded to Lanzy M. Baker on May 29, 1952 for serving in the United States Army.
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