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Trial of the Michigan Six
Posted June 11th, 2013 by kchinery
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On October 14, 1949, 11 members of the National Board of the Communist Party of the United States (CPUSA) were convicted of violating the Smith Act of 1940 by advocating the overthrow of the government of the United States with force and violence. The ten-month trial, which took place in New York City, captured the country’s attention with its sensational events both inside and outside of the courtroom. More importantly, it established a precedent for prosecuting other communists across the country. read more »
Holiday Closure
Posted December 23rd, 2011 by kchinery
The Reuther Library will be closed from December 24, 2011 through January 2, 2012. The Reuther will reopen Tuesday, January 3, 2012.
