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Bradley Ball papers, 1985-1994.
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Creator
Ball, Bradley, 1960-1995.
Location
Manuscripts and Archives Division
Extent
- 1 linear ft. (1 box).
Access Restrictions
Restricted access; Manuscripts and Archives Division; Permit must be requested at the division indicated.
Scope/Contents Note
Bradley Ball's papers consist primarily of personal journal entries and copies of correspondence exchanged with Donald Luxton, 1985-1994. The journals document the deterioration of his health from HIV infection, the origins of ACT UP, and Ball's personal relationships. The collection also includes some family letters, personal papers, clippings, and copies of articles writen for Outweek, 1989-1990.
Biographical/Historical Note
Bradley Anderson Ball (1960-1995) was a founding member and first recording secretary of ACT UP (AIDS Coalition ToUnleash Power). He also wrote a weekly feature in Outweek magazine.
Controlled Access Terms
- Ball, Bradley, 1960-1995.
- ACT UP (Organization)
- AIDS activists.
- AIDS (Disease) -- Patients.
- AIDS (Disease) -- Political aspects.
- Diaries

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