The Power of Place
In 1955, Robert Wilkerson knew his place. After serving his country in Korea, he returned to his hometown of Newnan, Georgia, hoping to complete high school and go onto college. The only opt... Read allIn 1955, Robert Wilkerson knew his place. After serving his country in Korea, he returned to his hometown of Newnan, Georgia, hoping to complete high school and go onto college. The only option available was Howard W. Warner High, the town's public high school for African America... Read allIn 1955, Robert Wilkerson knew his place. After serving his country in Korea, he returned to his hometown of Newnan, Georgia, hoping to complete high school and go onto college. The only option available was Howard W. Warner High, the town's public high school for African Americans. "The Power of Place" is the story of how that school helped Robert and many others fin... Read all