D'Alesandro, Thomas, 1903-1987
Person
Found in 2 Collections and/or Records:
Thomas B. D'Alesandro, Jr., 1973 March 3
File
Identifier: OH 8050
Abstract
Thomas B. D'Alesandro, Jr. was the Mayor of Baltimore, 1947-1959 and a Democratic member of Congress for the Third District of Maryland, 1938-1947. In this interview, he discusses his childhood and education in Baltimore; service in the Maryland House of Delegates, 1926-33, and as congressman and mayor; political figures on the local and national levels; Democratic party in Baltimore; his accomplishments while mayor.
Dates:
1973 March 3
Thomas D'Alesandro Jr. (1903-1987), and Nancy Lombardi D'Alesandro (1909-1995), 1980 May 25
File
Identifier: OH 8702
Abstract
In this interview, Thomas D'Alesandro Jr. discusses his home life and how his family came to America. He further expands on the jobs he's worked, including almost entering the Navy, and his work in politics and battles against his political rival Palmisano.
Dates:
1980 May 25