Robeson, Paul - Home and Family, 1930-1963

Scope and Contents

See also material filed under headings Robeson, Paul (Mrs.); Robeson, Eslanda Goode; and Robeson, Paul, Jr.

Extent

2 folders

Dates

Creation: 1930-1963

Document Types

Photographs, Illustration

Condition Note

Second folder contains torn and deformed photographs. Access to original materials may be limited due to fragile condition.

Additional Description

Arrangement

Arrangement of the General File series is alphabetical by subject, with document types and material from across the AFRO's regional offices interfiled. Subjects are primarily original description assigned by the creators of the collection over the history of its creation and use.

Terminology used in original folder titles evolved across many offices and generations of staff, resulting in similar collection content filed under varying terms. Researchers may benefit from searching a variety of related subjects and names.

Processing Information

Files on Paul Robeson have been processed using detailed processing techniques. This means that each folder has been described with document types and inclusive dates. Content has been arranged in more detail and assigned new subheadings to facilitate access.