Philadelphia Area Archives

Start Over Repository Haverford College Quaker & Special Collections Subject Nonviolence

Thomas M. Goldstein papers, 1962-1988 (inclusive)

Extent:: 1.25 linear ft. (5 boxes)
Abstract:: This collection is the result of Goldstein's work as a student at Haverford College toward an independent study paper on the Vietnam War protest at the college.

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William Huntington papers, 1932-1984 (inclusive)

Extent:: 7 linear ft. (13 boxes)
Abstract:: The collection relates primarily to William Huntington, (1907-1990), a 20th century Quaker peace activist and the ship The Golden Rule which Huntington and others used to protest atomic testing in the South Pacific. Included are correspondence, photographs, conference papers, newspaper articles, memoranda, and minutes.

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Edward Smedley diary, 1863

Extent:: 0.04 linear ft. (1 volume)
Abstract:: Diary of Edward Smedley, written while at the conscript barracks in Philadelphia after being drafted for the American Civil War. Entries describe Smedley's experiences as a drafted soldier and non-combatant prisoner in Philadelphia, including religious reflection, visits from family members, and military preparations.

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Charles C. Walker papers, 1959-1989 (inclusive) 1969-1979 (bulk)

Extent:: 4.62 linear ft. (11 boxes)
Abstract:: This collection consists of Charles Walker's papers on nonviolent direct action and the peace movement. The majority of the collection relates to his work on the Nonviolent Action Research Project, part of the Center for Nonviolent Conflict Resolution at Haverford College, from 1969 to 1974.

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