La Raza Unida, Colorado, 1970 - 1974
Scope and Contents
Photographs in this collection include those of activists involved with the United Farm Workers union including Cesar E. Chavez and Dolores Huerta, La Raza Unida party of Colorado and of Young Lords and Latin Kings member Jose Cha Cha Jimenez. Musicians and actors are also included. They include photos of the Fania All-Stars, a group of Puerto Rican musicians featured in the film "Our Latin Thing" and early photos of Ramon Novarre, lead actor in the 1925 film "Ben Hur."
Dates
- Creation: 1970 - 1974
Conditions Governing Access
The collection is open for research.
Extent
From the Collection: 2 Linear Feet (1 box)
Language of Materials
English
Abstract
These three black and white photos from the Denver Post depict the involvement of the La Raza Unida party in Colorado politics. The first two photos are from 1974 press conferences, while the third shows their first offical candidate presenting his petition to have his name placed on the 1970 ballot.
Repository Details
Part of the Stephen O. Murray and Keelung Hong Special Collections Repository