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The Seizure and Occupation of the BIA Headquarters Building

 Digital item
Identifier: CAC_CC_009_2_67_5_0001

Dates

  • December 5, 1972
  • 92nd Congress (1971-1973)

Scope and Contents

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.

Extent

10 pages

Creator

unknown

Congress 92nd (1971-1973)

Policy Area Religion and politics -- United States; Indians of North America--Oklahoma

Tribal Affiliation Non-Specified
  • TypeDeliverableUnit

Repository Details

Part of the Carl Albert Center Congressional and Political Collections Repository

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