Untold Stories of San Francisco’s Turbulent Past
Virtual Program
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Uncover Untold Stories of San Francisco’s Turbulent Past with Duffy Jennings reporter from the San Francisco Chronicle.
Dive into the captivating world of 1970s San Francisco with a free virtual program featuring award-winning writer Duffy Jennings. Renowned for his groundbreaking coverage of some of the city’s most pivotal moments, Jennings invites you on a journey through his iconic Reporter’s Notebook and San Francisco Homicide Inspector 5-Henry-7.
As a distinguished journalist for the San Francisco Chronicle during the tumultuous 1970s, Jennings witnessed history in the making, from the Patty Hearst kidnapping to the Zodiac and Zebra serial murders. His fearless reporting also chronicled the tragic assassinations of Mayor George Moscone and Supervisor Harvey Milk, along with major fires, gangland crime, labor union strife, and city government news.
Now, in Reporter’s Notebook and San Francisco Homicide Inspector 5-Henry-7, Jennings skillfully weaves together the political, criminal, public, and personal events of the era, offering a poignant reflection on the heart of a turbulent Bay Area. With his uncanny memory and tender wit, Jennings brings to life the untold stories and forgotten moments that shaped a generation.
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