Interview with Brigman Owens conducted by Sharon Sekhon over Zoom on October 6, 2020. This interview was done for "Shouting from the Margins: Black Leadership in Orange County, 1960 - 1979."
Brig Owens is a beloved Fullerton son who was named homecoming king as a senior at Fullerton Union High School. He excelled in everything and his extended family provided a support system and safe place for Brig to develop the discipline and strength to later become a player for the NFL as well as a lawyer. Brig Owens achieved many "firsts" but remains extremely charismatic, humble, and genuine.
Tags: African American; Civil Rights; Discrimination; Activism; NFL; Sports; Athletics; California; Orange County; Brigman Owens; Football; Fullerton; Interracial Relationships; Korean War; Veterans; CSU Fullerton; Fullerton Community College; 1960s; Black Americans