Subject: Government, Resistance to -- United States - Philadelphia Area Archives Search Results

Extent:: .8 linear ft. (2 boxes (10 linear in. total))
Abstract:: On January 12, 1971, Dr. Eqbal Ahmad, Father Philip Berrigan, Sister Elizabeth McAlister, Father Neil McLaughlin, Anthony Scoblick (a married priest), and Father Joseph Wenderoth were indicted on federal charges of conspiring to kidnap Henry Kissinger and blow up the heating systems of federal buildings in Washington, D.C. The government also cited as co-conspirators Father Daniel Berrigan, Sister Beverly Bell, Marjorie Shuman, Paul Mayer (a married priest), Sister Jogues Egan, Thomas Davidson and William Davidon. The six defendants were arraigned on February 8, 1971 and each pled 'not guilty.' A second indictment was handed down on April 30, 1971 in which John Theodore (Ted) Glick was added to those charged (the defendants were thereafter known as the Harrisburg 8), and the charges were expanded to include destroying files and property of the federal government, and conspiracy to possess illegal explosives. Finally, on April 5, 1972 the jury returned its verdict: Philip Berrigan...(see more)

Held at: Swarthmore College Peace Collection [Contact Us]

Extent:: 0.21 linear ft. (1/2 box)
Abstract:: Collection consists of printed correspondence, leaflets, pamphlets, news clippings, other writings by and about Daniel Berrigan and Philip Berrigan.

Held at: Swarthmore College Peace Collection [Contact Us]

Extent:: 0.21 linear ft. (2.5 linear in.)
Abstract:: Collection includes photocopies of press clippings and court documents regarding Levy's case.

Held at: Swarthmore College Peace Collection [Contact Us]

Extent:: 0.21 linear ft. (2.5 linear in.)
Abstract:: Collection includes information about Ben Linder, the Ben Linder Memorial Fund, and the Ben Linder Peace Tour (1987), including Philadelphia area organizing efforts.

Held at: Swarthmore College Peace Collection [Contact Us]

Extent:: 20.8 linear ft. (50 boxes, after processing was completed)
Abstract:: Col. Ann Wright served in the U.S. military an as an ambassador before resigning her post in 2003 in protest over the war on Iraq. She since has traveled extensively, written a book and many articles, and had many speaking engagements as a peace activist.

Held at: Swarthmore College Peace Collection [Contact Us]

Extent:: 675 boxes and 16 items
Abstract:: Consists of the personal library of French philosopher Jacques Derrida and members of his household.

Held at: Princeton University Library: Rare Book Collection [Contact Us]

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