Randy Shilts papers, 1955-1994

The Resource Randy Shilts papers, 1955-1994
Label
Randy Shilts papers, 1955-1994
Inclusive dates
1955-1994
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Language
eng
Summary
The collection documents the life and work of Randy Shilts. These documents include drafts, research and interview notes for his writing, correspondence, journals, clippings, photographs, VHS videos, and audiotapes. Half of the collection consists of newspaper and magazine clippings documenting GLBT and AIDS coverage by the major print media. This portion of the collection spans 20 years and contains a wealth of references to the gay and lesbian issues of the time
Biographical or historical data
Randy Shilts was a gay San Francisco journalist and author. He wrote for the San Francisco Chronicle newspaper and authored the books: And the Band Played On, about the AIDS epidemic; The Mayor of Castro Street, about Harvey Milk; and Conduct Unbecoming, about gays in the military.
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SFR

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Context of Randy Shilts papers, 1955-1994

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