Occupation of Alcatraz Island: Day 1

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Film Date
11/20/69
Film Reference Number
KQN 512
Description
KQED news report from November 20th 1969 featuring views of American Indians relaxing on Alcatraz Island and tourists circling the island in boats. There are a series of interviews with protesters who justify their occupation of the island. Dennis Turner replies to a query about the potential threat of federal force being used to evict them by asking: ?How can anyone refuse you legal rights to your own property??
Format
16mm newsfilm