Publications
Dates
- Creation: 1974-1975
Content Description
Collection of materials documenting activist organizations anti-racism efforts in response to violent protests against the 1974 legal ruling to desegregate Boston public schools through busing, known as the Boston busing crisis. Includes materials from the Emergency Committee for a National Mobilization Against Race, National Student Coalition Against Racism, and the Student Committee Against Racism (SCAR). The collection is primarily ephemera and includes flyers, press releases, and promotional materials related to organized marches and events. Also included are activist publications about the Boston busing crisis.
Creator
- From the Collection: Emergency Committee for a National Mobilization Against Racism (Organization)
- From the Collection: Workers World Party. Student Committee Against Racism (Organization)
- From the Collection: National Student Coalition Against Racism (Organization)
Restrictions on Access
Collection is open for research.
Extent
1.75 Linear Feet (1 container)
Language of Materials
From the Collection: English
Repository Details
Part of the John J. Burns Library Repository
John J. Burns Library
Boston College
140 Commonwealth Avenue
Chestnut Hill MA 02467 USA
617-552-4861
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