Correspondence regarding the Situation at Wounded Knee, 1973-03-13 - 1973-03-13

Item — Box: 38, Folder: 10

Identifier: CAC_CC_109_5_38_10_0021

Staff Only

The text includes two letters written by James R. Jones, a member of Congress, in response to phone calls he received regarding the situation at Wounded Knee, South Dakota. The letters express hope for a peaceful resolution and emphasize the importance of hearing different points of view. The letters also mention the need for access to a wide range of information and opinion. Additionally, the text includes notes from two individuals expressing their opinions on the situation at Wounded Knee and the broken treaties. Both individuals express the need for the public to be made aware of the broken treaties and the disconnect between the Grass Roots and the appointed Tribal leaders. Both individuals request a response.

Dates

1973-03-13 - 1973-03-13

Language of Materials

English

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