Natives on Alcatraz (nov 20, 1969 – jun 11, 1971)
Description:
Years after the closure of Alcatraz prison, 80 to 100 natives of the Indians of All Tribes (IAT) claimed the island as part of their own land, under the Treaty of Fort Laramie (1868). However, people left due to the government shutting down ways to access the island and water supply. The original leaders of the Red Power Movement decided to leave on June 11, 1971 (Quotes 13).Added to timeline:
Date:
nov 20, 1969
jun 11, 1971
~ 1 years and 6 months