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The Seizure and Occupation of the BIA Headquarters Building, 1972-12-05

 Item — Box: 67, Folder: 5
Identifier: CAC_CC_009_2_67_5_0001
The text describes the situation surrounding the seizure of the BIA building by a group of Indians known as the Trail of Broken Treaties. Deputy Director of the Office of Management and Budget Frank Carlucci describes the choices facing the government at the time and how they chose to negotiate with the Indians in order to avoid violence. They achieved their goals and averted disaster, but Carlucci notes that there are those who criticize them for not taking firmer action.

Dates

  • 1972-12-05

Extent

10 pages

Overview

92nd (1971-1973)

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General

Crime and Law Enforcement; Public Lands and Natural Resources
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Repository Details

Part of the Carl Albert Center Congressional and Political Collections Repository

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