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Photograph was edited for publication purposes The Americanism Educational League was founded in 1927 and is dedicated to educating and informing citizens and students about the liberties and responsibilities that are the "birthright" of Americans. The organization encourages young people to learn about and explore American history and values by providing educational programs and seminars, and through its many scholarships and awards. Photograph caption dated May 27, 1965 reads, "The Americanism Educational League Sunday honored Walter Knott and Dr. William Fort Jr. for their operation of the Freedom Center at Knott's Berry Farm. Here, from left, Orange County Supervisor Bill Phillips, Knott, former Gov. Goodwin J. Knight, Harry Von Zell, Dr. Fort, Cleon Skousen and A. J. Miller, league president."
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Knott, Walter,--1889-1981 Knight, Goodwin,--1896-1970 Skousen, W. Cleon--(Willard Cleon),--1913-2006 Phillips, William J Americanism Educational League Associations, institutions, etc.--California--Los Angeles Awards--California--Los Angeles Farmers--California--Los Angeles Businessmen--California--Los Angeles Radio broadcasters--United States Governors--California County council members--California--Orange County Authors, American--United States Men--California--Los Angeles Group portraits Portrait photographs Valley Times Collection photographs
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