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Fred Schwarz papers

 Collection — Box: 1
Identifier: Coll 740

Scope and Contents

The Fred Schwarz papers contain Christian Anti-Communism Crusade newsletters from 1977-1980.

Dates

  • 1977-1980

Creator

Conditions Governing Access

Collection is open to the public. Collection must be used in Special Collections and University Archives Reading Room. Collection or parts of collection may be stored offsite. Please contact Special Collections and University Archives in advance of your visit to allow for transportation time.

Conditions Governing Reproduction and Use

Property rights reside with Special Collections and University Archives, University of Oregon Libraries. Copyright resides with the creators of the documents or their heirs. All requests for permission to publish collection materials must be submitted to Special Collections and University Archives. The reader must also obtain permission of the copyright holder.

Biographical / Historical

Frederick Charles Schwarz, MD (15 January 1913 – 24 January 2009) was an Australian physician, author, lay preacher, and political activist who founded the Christian Anti-Communism Crusade (CACC), an evangelical anticommunist nonprofit organization. As the director of CACC, Schwarz wrote four books, edited a newsletter, and made several speaking tours throughout the United States, lecturing on the subject of communism.

Extent

0.5 linear feet (1 container) : 1 manuscript box

Language of Materials

English

Abstract

Dr. Fred Schwarz (1913-2009) was an Australian physician, author, lay preacher, and political activist who founded the Christian Anti-Communism Crusade. The papers contain Christian Anti-Communism Crusade newsletters from 1977-1980.

Arrangement

This collection is arranged in chronological order.

Immediate Source of Acquisition

Gift of unknown donor, circa 1985.

Related Materials

Related materials are found in the following collections:

Christian Anti-Communism Crusade Collection, ARS.0079, Stanford Archive of Recorded Sound, Stanford University Libraries.

College of Charleston Library Vertical File on the Christian Anti-Communist Crusade, Mss 0034-046, Marlene and Nathan Addlestone Library, College of Charleston.

Processing Information

Collection processed by Sarah Lueders, 2022.

Title
Guide to the Fred Schwarz papers
Status
Complete Description
Author
Sarah Lueders
Date
2022
Description rules
Describing Archives: A Content Standard
Language of description
English
Script of description
Latin
Language of description note
English

Repository Details

Part of the University of Oregon Libraries, Special Collections and University Archives Repository

Contact:
1299 University of Oregon
Eugene OR 97403-1299 USA