John Hovan collection (Ms. 2010.018)
Brown University Library
Box A, John Hay LibraryProvidence, RI 02912
Tel: 401-863-3723
E-mail: hay@brown.edu
Collection Overview
| Title: | John Hovan collection |
| Date range: | 1917-2003, (bulk 1960-1996) |
| Creator: | Hovan, John George 1916- |
| Extent: | 1.25 linear feet |
| Abstract: | John Hovan fought against fascist forces during the Spanish Civil War, then fought in WW II. After returning to Rhode Island, he 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. |
| Language of materials: | English. |
| Repository: | Brown University Library, Special Collections |
| Collection number: | Ms. 2010.018 |
