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| author | William Joseph Tooma |
| title | The Black Eagle of Harlem |
| abstract | The Black Eagle of Harlem is a study in biography and forgotten history. Col. Hubert Fauntleroy Julian - aviator,
soldier of fortune, and arms dealer - led a life of high adventure, finding himself at the center and periphery of major world events. Julian drew headlines
wherever he went, generated a fair share of controversy - but most importantly - fought against racial attitudes and shattered countless stereotypes. He flew
before Charles Lindbergh, traveled to Ethiopia before most Americans had seen their own Grand Canyon, and pushed for the advancement of his race even while
many of his own people vilified him with accusations of being a flamboyant charlatan. Julian's Zelig-like ability to adapt and take on multiple personas
helped him persevere in the face of adversity. The challenge of telling the most honest version of Julian's story is what drove this project. The documentary
spawned from this study utilizes a combination of interviews, archival materials, voiceovers, and original artwork to recreate the amazing - sometimes
unbelievable - life of the Black Eagle, one of the 20th century's most intriguing icons. |
| school | The Caspersen School of Graduate Studies, Drew University |
| degree | D.Litt. (2017) |
| advisor | Catherine B Nicholson
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| committee | Laura Winters
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| full text | WJTooma.pdf |
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