Dr. Robert J. Booker is known as many things: a prophet, a radical, a revolutionary. He is also the man responsible for leading the charge to desegregate our city. From humble beginnings in the slums of downtown Knoxville, to becoming Knoxville's foremost expert on Black history, Robert Booker led an amazing life. In this documentary, you will hear Robert Booker tell you his story from the bottom of his heart. More stories, here: wbir.com Subscribe to WBIR for exclusive content: youtube.com/c/WBIR10 WBIR Channel 10 in Knoxville, Tennessee produces award-winning, community-centered content "Straight From The Heart" of East Tennessee. We strive to be good citizens, to do what is right, and to be fair and honest. We care. Follow WBIR on Social: Facebook: facebook.com/WBIRChannel10 Twitter: twitter.com/wbir Instagram: instagram.com/wbirchannel10 TikTok: tiktok.com/@wbir