Posted on Sep 9, 2021

BBC World Service - Witness History, The Attica Prison Rebellion

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On September 9, 1971 prisoners rioted and seized the prison in Attica, NY.

BBC World Service - Witness History, The Attica Prison Rebellion

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Lt Col John (Jack) Christensen

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Remember this well but still no sympathy for those involved.

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PVT Mark Zehner

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Horrible!

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SFC Randy Hellenbrand

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I remember. I don't condone this. 10 correctional officers died. Only one officer ended up being killed by the prisoners. Makes you wonder what the hell really went on in the place and how poorly the guards and cops were trained.

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BBC World Service - Witness History, The Attica Prison Rebellion

BBC World Service - Witness History, The Attica Prison Rebellion

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