Manuscript Collection
Files
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Identifier
Accession 1062
Inclusive Dates
1970-1984, nd
Restrictions
Open under the rules and regulations of the Louise Pettus Archives and Special Collections
Collection Size
8000 pieces, 4.00 linear feet
Language
English;
Historical Note
The Equal Rights Amendment (ERA) was a proposed amendment to the United States Constitution designed to guarantee equal rights for women.
Scope and Content Note
The Equal Rights Amendment South Carolina Coalition Records consist of the history of the South Carolina Equal Rights Amendment (ERA), meeting minutes, petitions, votes, polls, and memorabilia from the organization. Also, includes a list of committee members from the House and the Senate leaders, newsletters, correspondence, and calendars of events.
Provenance
The Equal Rights Amendment South Carolina Coalition Records were deposited by Malissa Burnette in 1986.
Copyright
For information concerning copyright please contact the Louise Pettus Archives and Special Collections at Winthrop University.
Finding Aid Citation
Louise Pettus Archives and Special Collections, Winthrop University, "Equal Rights Amendment South Carolina Coalition Records - Accession 1062". Finding Aid 105.
https://digitalcommons.winthrop.edu/manuscriptcollection_findingaids/105
LC Subject Headings
South Carolina Coalition for the Equal Rights Amendment--Archives; Equal rights amendments--South Carolina; Constitutional amendments--Ratification; Women’s rights--South Carolina; Sex discrimination against women--South Carolina
