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John Hovan collection, 1917-2003 (bulk 1960-1996)


John Hovan fought against fascist forces during the Spanish Civil War, then fought in WW II. After returning to Rhode Island, he was was questioned in front of congress as a part of McCarthy-era red-scare hysteria. This collection consists of materials related to the activities of the Communist Party in the U.S. Included are brochures, pamphlets, books, official correspondence, and advertisements promoting recruitment and activities of the U.S. Communist Party.

Format(s): Pamphlets, Manuscripts, Broadsides, Graphics, Letters, Documents
Library: John Hay
NOTE: This collection is housed off-site. Prior notice is needed for retrieval

Access to the collection:

Online Catalog (BruKnow):
General description of the collection available on BruKnow

In-house Access to the Collection:
Typescript Inventory
Electronic inventory available by request.