Singer Paul Robeson testifies in Washington June 12, 1956, before the House Committee on Un-American Activities, now probing possible use of passports by communists or fellow travelers. After a furious shouting session between the singer and Chairman Walter (D-PA) and other committee members, the group voted to cite Robeson for contempt. Later, Robeson told a reporter, "There was no contempt - I was just standing my ground." (AP Photo/Bill Achatz)