Summary Franz Boas was the first distinguished social scientist in the United States to challenge the prevailing concept of racial inferiority. He actively campaigned on behalf of black people in America in the early part of the 20th century. Considered the founding father of American anthropology, Boas taught at Columbia University for fifty years, encouraging his students to follow his example by actually working in the field. Among those who did so was Margaret Mead.
Directed : Unknown
Written : Unknown
Stars : Margaret Mead Bruce Dakowski
Genres : Documentary
Countries of origin : United Kingdom
Official sites : British Universities Film & Video Council
Language : English
Production companies : Central Independent Television
Summary Franz Boas was the first distinguished social scientist in the United States to challenge the prevailing concept of racial inferiority. He actively campaigned on behalf of black people in America in the early part of the 20th century. Considered the founding father of American anthropology, Boas taught at Columbia University for fifty years, encouraging his students to follow his example by actually working in the field. Among those who did so was Margaret Mead.
Genres : Documentary
Countries of origin : United Kingdom
Official sites : British Universities Film & Video Council
Language : English
Production companies : Central Independent Television
