Haley

(hāˈlē), Alex 1921-1992.

American writer best known for Roots (1976), a fictionalized chronicle tracing his family history back to its African origins.

, William John Clifton, Jr. Known as “Bill.” 1925-1981.

American singer who with his band, the Comets, recorded “Rock Around the Clock” (1954) and other influential early rock 'n' roll songs.

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