Vincent Klingler papers, 1973 - 1978
Scope and Contents
The Vincent Klingler papers contain reports, fliers, correspondence, photographs and mailings relating to Klingler's activism as Chairperson of the Coalition to Stop Rhodesian and South African Imports, the United People’s Campaign against Apartheid and Racism (UPCAAR), and the Philadelphia Coalition for Justice in Angola. Topics include U. S. longshoremen and dock worker strikes against unloading Rhodesian exports of chrome, asbestos, and nickel on the "African Neptune" and "African Sun," records relating to ILA Local Union 1291 - a majority African American longshoreman union which was boycotting unloading South African ships, South African coal exports, and American companies and university divestment from South Africa.
Dates
- Creation: 1973 - 1978
Creator
- From the Collection: Klingler, Vincent, 1951- (Person)
Conditions Governing Access
The collection is open for research.
Conditions Governing Access
The material is stored off site. Please request 3 working days in advance if you wish to use it.
Extent
From the Collection: .5 Linear Feet (1 box)
Language of Materials
English
Repository Details
Part of the Stephen O. Murray and Keelung Hong Special Collections Repository