Alice Allison Dunnigan - 1906-1983
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Kentucky State Historical Commission marker dedicated to Alice Allison Dunnigan.
Waymark Code: WM9W7
Location: Kentucky, United States
Date Posted: 04/04/2006
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Civil Rights Activist/Author
Civil Rights Activist/Author - In 1948, Alice Dunnigan was first black reporter on campaign trail with a president-Truman. Under Presidents Kennedy and Johnson, she was member of President's Committee on Equal Opportunity. Author of: A Black Woman's Experience-From Schoolhouse to White House (1974) and The Fascinating Story of Black Kentuckians: Their Heritage and Traditions (1982). Over.
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Alice Allison Dunnigan - 1906-1983
Born near Russellville, Logan Co., the granddaughter of slaves, Alice Dunnigan gained recognition as a journalist and civil rights leader. During an 18-year teaching career, she also wrote for African American newspapers and continued her education. Based in Washington, D.C., in 1940s, she reported on government at the highest levels.
Kentucky Historical Society - Kentucky Department of Highways
Other Information:
Women in Journalism - Alice Allison Dunnigan