Congressman James R. Jones Expresses Support for American Indians in Wounded Knee Incident, 1973-04-06 - 1973-04-11

Item — Box: 38, Folder: 10

Identifier: CAC_CC_109_5_38_10_0027

Staff Only

The letter is a response from James R. Jones, a Member of Congress, to Norman H. Gregory. Jones thanks Gregory for his letter regarding the action at Wounded Knee and acknowledges the grievances of the American Indians. Jones expresses a willingness to work for their rights and requests further details of Gregory's views. Gregory's letter, which is included, commends the U.S. Wounded Knee action, emphasizes the importance of firmness with the American Indian Movement (AIM), and supports elected Indian leaders. Gregory also mentions his personal experience living and working with the Sioux.

Dates

1973-04-06 - 1973-04-11

Language of Materials

English

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