Raw Footage of a Speech by Henry Steele Commager at the 1979 Copeland Colloquium, Part 1
Description:
Speech by historian Henry Steele Commager at the opening session of the 1979 Copeland Colloquium. Commager is introduced by Professor DeMartin and then delivers a speech on "The Future of Voluntarism: New Structures of Power." He surveys the history of voluntary associations in America, starting with the Mayflower Compact. He also discusses the limitations placed on private voluntary organizations in the 20th century. The raw footage ends in the middle of the speech.
