Vern Partlow
Vern Partlow (May 25, 1910 – March 1, 1987) was an American newspaper reporter and folk singer who was blacklisted during the McCarthy era. He composed the popular satirical song "Old Man Atom," which was famously banned during the period. It is considered one of the first anti-nuclear songs of the post-war era.
Vern Partlow | |
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| Born | May 25, 1910 Bloomington, Illinois, U.S. |
| Died | March 1, 1987 (aged 76) Los Angeles, California, U.S. |
| Nationality | American |
| Occupation(s) | Journalist, folk singer |
| Known for | composer, "Old Man Atom" |
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