REC 340 Lecture 1: Ernest Atwell Outline
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Tommy brockmeyer, kelsie christensen, sam moreno & taylin strong. Bettered recreational opportunities for minorities in 1st half of 20th century. Accomplished by negotiations, surveys, teachings, and trainings. Born in harlem, new york in 1878. 14 years old- started to work and gained experience in business procedures and management. Began as an assistant to the food administrator of alabama. Moved up positions and lead the national campaign for wartime conservation of food in washington. 1919 he joined the playground and recreation association of america (praa) Now known as the national recreation association. 1920 lead the associates bureau of colored work. Held the positions for 29 years . Mission in his career and life was to encourage the participation in and the expansion of the recreation opportunities, facilities, and leadership available to. Created war camp community service centers into recreation in 27 different cities. 9 years later grew by 75 more cities. African american recreation leaders number from 35 to over 400.
