Todd Copeland

Summary

This conversation explores the tragic story of the Immortal Ten, a group of Baylor University students who lost their lives in a bus accident in 1927. Todd Copeland, the author of a book on the subject, discusses the significance of this event in Baylor's history, the ongoing legacy it has created, and the human stories behind the tragedy. The conversation also touches on the community's response, the memorialization of the students, and the importance of remembering their lives and friendships.

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Chapters

00:00 Introduction to the Immortal Ten
01:00 The Tragic Accident of 1927
04:17 Significance of the Immortal Ten in Baylor's History
08:41 The Legacy of the Immortal Ten
10:02 Revisiting the Story: The New Edition
14:54 The Human Story Behind the Immortal Ten
16:32 Waco's Community Response to the Tragedy
20:10 The Connection Between Baylor and Waco
23:29 The Memorial Statue and Its Meaning
26:06 Looking Forward: The Legacy of the Immortal Ten