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Pat B.
Pat B. — AA Meeting (1963)
We have to get over drinking in order to stay alive. But anyone who knows the alcoholic personality by firsthand contact knows that no true alky ever stops drinking permanently without undergoing a profound personality change.
Quality Notice: Early historical recordings are captured from magnetic tape or acetate discs. Audio contains natural tape hiss or room noise which preserves the authentic historical record.
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Historical Context
Biographical details and recording history.
This recording offers an invaluable window into the early days of recovery and the pioneering fellowship. Preserved in its original historical format, it stands as a testament to the enduring strength of the 12-step message across generations.
Speaker Name
Pat B.
Recording Date
1963
Location/Event
AA Meeting · Milwaukee, WI
Archive ID
RS-512
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