President Bill Clinton has joined his voice to the chorus of those who have honored the legacy of Yale historian C. Vann Woodward, who died on Dec. 17 at age 91.

In an official White House statement, the President wrote:

"Hillary and I are deeply saddened by the passing of C. Vann Woodward, one of the most important and influential historians of our time. A native of Arkansas, Woodward not only wrote about history, he helped shape it. From living through and witnessing the era of Jim Crow to marching on Selma for racial justice, he brought a unique perspective to the teaching and analysis of Southern history. While in the eyes of most, he will best be remembered for his many books, his Pulitzer Prize and his long and distinguished teaching career, I believe his greatest gift was his tenacious pursuit of the truth and his warm and generous spirit. Dr. King once called one of Woodward's books ["The Strange Career of Jim Crow"] the "historical Bible of the Civil Rights movement." His work influenced generations of Southern historians and social activists, and had a major impact on my own thinking. All Americans should look to the life and work of C. Vann Woodward, as we rededicate ourselves to building One America in the 21st century. ..."

Professor Woodward taught at Yale from 1961 until his retirement in 1977. He was Sterling Professor Emeritus of History. A devoted advocate of free speech, Professor Woodward chaired a Yale committee during the 1970s that concluded that even offensive, uncivil speech must be protected -- a standard still being upheld on campus today.

Professor Woodward's many colleagues and friends will gather to share their own perspectives on the Yale scholar's life and legacy at a memorial service being held on Saturday, Feb. 5, at Battell Chapel, corner of Elm and College streets. The service will begin at 2 p.m. All are invited to attend.

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