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Channing B. Richardson Collected Papers, 1968-1972 (inclusive)

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0.08 linear ft. (1 linear in.)
Abstract:
Correspondence includes letters responding to requests for support of conscientious objector status applications written by former students and/or Quaker acquaintances. He wrote letters on their behalf to various draft boards.

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War Control Planners Collected Records, 1955-1990 (inclusive)

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0.42 linear ft. (5 linear in.)
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War Control Planners, chartered in 1963 in New York State, was organized by Harriet B. Kurtz and Howard G. Kurtz. Its purpose was to foster exploration and discussion of scientific and technical achievements to facilitate the protection of all nations against future wars.

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Witness for Peace Records, 1985- (inclusive)

Extent:
4.5 linear ft. (4.5 linear ft.)
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Witness for Peace was founded in 1983 and was headquartered in Washington, D.C. The purpose of the group was to work with the people of Central America by acting in continuous nonviolent resistance to U.S. covert or overt intervention in their countries and to help change U.S. policy to one which fostered justice, peace, and friendship with the countries of Central America. Although primarily Christian, WFP welcomed others of otherspiritual approaches but who agreed with WFP's objectives

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