Manuscript Collection
Orangeburg Massacre Report - Accession 494 - M205 (247)
Files
Identifier
Accession 494 - M205 (247)
Inclusive Dates
1968
Restrictions
Open under the rules and regulations of the Louise Pettus Archives and Special Collections
Collection Size
47 pieces
Language
English
Scope and Content Note
The Orangeburg Massacre Report consists of a Special Report issued by the Southern Regional Council by Pat Watters and Weldon Rougeau concerning the demonstration against segregation that ended in violence in Orangeburg, S.C. on February 8, 1968. Events leading up to the demonstration and the aftermath of the massacre are also covered in the report.
Provenance
The Special Report of the Southern Regional Council was given to the Archives by Mrs. Clarence Hornsby on February 8, 1983.
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, "Orangeburg Massacre Report - Accession 494 - M205 (247)". Finding Aid 430.
https://digitalcommons.winthrop.edu/manuscriptcollection_findingaids/430
LC Subject Headings
Riots--South Carolina--Orangeburg; Orangeburg (S.C.)--History
