Friday, May 10 | 2:30 p.m. reception, 3:00 p.m. film screening and director Q&A, 4:30 p.m. panel discussion
Proscenium Theater, Performing Arts and Humanities Building
“Looking Forward from the 45th Anniversary of the Catonsville Nine Actions”
Social Sciences Forum
Co-sponsored by the Department of American Studies
In May of 1968, nine individuals shook the conscience of the nation as they burned U.S. Selective Service records with homemade napalm on the grounds of the Catonsville, Maryland Knights of Columbus hall. The fire they started erupted into an infamous trial where the nine were defended by William Kuntsler. The news spread throughout the country, influencing other similar dynamic actions in every major U.S. city. Two of the original members of the Nine will be on hand to talk about their experiences—about how they met and their stand against U.S. militarization in Latin America. We will also be joined by a scholar who will help us connect this story with the larger context of Vietnam War era protests.
Panelists:
Thomas and Margarita Melville (Original Members of the Catonsville Nine)
Karin Aguilar-San Juan (Macalester College)
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