Collection context
Summary
- Creators:
- Shuman, Labron K.
- Abstract:
- Includes Shuman's observer notebook, clippings and transcripts of the 1961 Eichmann trial in Jerusalem.
- Extent:
- 3 half cartons
- Language:
- English.
Background
- Scope and content:
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This collection includes Shuman's observer notebook, articles, clippings and transcripts of the 1961 trial of Adolf Eichmann in Jerusalem.
- Biographical / historical:
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In 1961, Labron K. Shuman, an attorney from Philadelphia, went to Israel at the request of the Association of American and Canadians in Israel, to attend the trial of Adolf Eichmann. In a series of articles and lectures he analyzed the Eichman trial, calling attention to the difficulties that faced the judges, the prosecution and the witnesses and the complexities of the whole case.
- Acquisition information:
- Gift of Labron K. Shuman in 2003.
- Physical location:
- Stored offsite at NRLF: Advance notice is required for access to the papers.
Access and use
- Location of this collection:
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Special Collections and Archives, University Library1156 High StreetSanta Cruz, CA 95064, US
- Contact:
- (831) 459-2547