Ahead of Their Time:
The Story of the Omaha DePorres Club
"...solid history and an engrossing narrative." Paul Putz, Baylor University Department of History
Telling the fascinating story of the Omaha DePorres Club, Matt Holland's book reveals a little-known chapter of some of the early battles against racism in the United States. Along with detailed accounts of the Omaha DePorres Club's pioneering efforts, Holland's book also gives insights into the people who dared to challenge the racism of a city known as "the Birmingham of the North."