Deaf Heritage: A Narrative History of Deaf America

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National Association of the Deaf, 1981 - Social Science - 483 pages
This in-depth history of Deaf America begins with an overview of the early years. Each chapter then covers a decade of history, beginning with 1880. The text is supplemented by marvelous pictures, illustrations, vignettes and biographical profiles. Subchapters chronicle the multi-facited dimensions of Deaf culture by focusing on Deaf athletes and more. A complete Deaf Culture course!

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CHAPTER 4Artists
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The Deaf Nurses of Mercy Hospital The Gallaudet
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Soldiers on the Assembly Line
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