Author: University of Southwestern Louisiana. Center for Louisiana Studies
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Category : Louisiana
Languages : en
Pages : 600

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Author: Patricia Brady
Publisher: University of Louisiana
ISBN:
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 768

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Essays on arts and entertainment during 19th and 20th centuries.

Author: Michael Sartisky
Publisher: University Press of Mississippi
ISBN: 9781617036903
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 0

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A lushly illustrated celebration of two centuries of creative work from Louisiana

Author: American Revolution Bicentennial Administration
Publisher:
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Category : American Revolution Bicentennial, 1976
Languages : en
Pages : 608

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Author: Edward F. Haas
Publisher: Univ. Press of Mississippi
ISBN: 1626741808
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 658

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During the turbulent 1960s, the city of New Orleans experienced unprecedented economic growth, racial tensions and desegregation, political realignment, and natural disaster. Presiding over this period of sweeping change was Mayor Victor H. Schiro (1904-1992), an unassuming, moderate Democrat who sought the best for his city and adhered strictly to the rule of law in a region where laissez faire was standard practice and hardened defiance was a social norm. Schiro sought fairness for all and navigated a gauntlet of conflicting pressures. African Americans sought their civil rights, and whites resisted the new racial environment. Despite vigorous opposition and an unfriendly press, Schiro won election twice. Under his direction, the city experienced numerous municipal reforms, the inclusion of African Americans in executive positions, and the broad extension of city services. The mayor, a businessman, recruited new corporations for his city, heralded the development of New Orleans East, and brought major professional sports to the Crescent City. He also initiated the plans for the construction of the Superdome. At the height of this activity, Hurricane Betsy devastated New Orleans. In response, Schiro coordinated with the federal government to initiate rescue and recovery at a rapid pace. In the aftermath, he lobbied Congress for relief funds that set the precedent for National Federal flood insurance.

Author:
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Category : American Revolution Bicentennial, 1976
Languages : en
Pages : 432

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Author: American Revolution Bicentennial Administration
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Category : American Revolution Bicentennial, 1976..
Languages : en
Pages : 556

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Author: American Revolution Bicentennial Administration
Publisher:
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Category : American Revolution Bicentennial, 1776-1976
Languages : en
Pages : 588

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Author: American Revolution Bicentennial Administration
Publisher:
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Category : American Revolution Bicentennial, 1776-1976
Languages : en
Pages : 778

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Author: Louisiana Library Association
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Category : Libraries
Languages : en
Pages : 308

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