Robert R. Church Jr. and the African American Political Struggle

Synopsis

This Book Examines The Life And Career Of Robert R. Church Jr. Who Grew Up The Son Of The First Black Millionaire In Memphis, Tennessee, And Would Eventually Surpass His Father's Notoriety As The Most Influential Black Republican Of His Era. In Particular This Book Uses Church's Life As A Lens Into The Political Activity Of African Americans During The First Half Of The Twentieth Century. Introduction: The Gentleman From Memphis -- Growing Up Church -- Coming Of Age -- The Roving Dictator Of The Lincoln Belt -- We Return Fighting -- Man Of Destiny -- Church Must Go -- Epilogue: The Memphis Blues. Darius J. Young. Includes Bibliographical References And Index.