Scene 1 – Cassius Meets Officer Joe Martin
3:50
Grades: 5 - 12

Video Description: In this scene from “And In This Corner…Cassius Clay” by Idris Goodwin, young friends Cassius, Eddie, and Rudy are talking and playing when an unexpected event causes young Cassius Clay to meet Officer Joe Martin, a meeting that would forever change the life of both.

Type of Video: Topical*
Unique Video ID: Theatre-43**

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