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Robeson historical marker in Philadelphia

    A color photo of a historical marker plaque, yellow letters against dark blue, in front of the Paul Robeson House and Museum, near the intersection of 49TH and WALNUT ST. The plaque reads: PAUL ROBESON (1898-1976)/A Rutgers athlete and Columbia law graduate, Robeson won renown as a singer and actor. He was a noted interpreter of Negro spirituals. His career suffered because of his political activism, and he lived his last years here in retirement. - Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission 1991.

    Paul Robeson’s historical marker, #991, at 4951 Walnut Street, was dedicated in 1991. The Pennsylvania Historical & Museum Commission approves and installs short, concisely worded historical markers following a careful review of documents.

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    John L. Puckett