March 25, 2022 ▸ History, Places

Episode 649: Attica Prison: Rebellion, Rockefeller, and Regret

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On this episode of the Sofa King Podcast, we look at one of the worst prison events in recent history, the Attica Prison Rebellion. Attica Prison, in upstate New York, was infamous for its cruel staff and correctional officers. Prisoners were given one roll of toilet paper per month, inadequate food, and were even beaten and tortured by guards. Racism was rampant, and after a fight in one yard, prisoners had said enough. They rushed some guards and took control of parts of the prison. After a well-organized negotiation and hostage situation, Governor Rockefeller ordered troops to fire, killing prisoners and hostages indiscriminately. This story has ties ranging from the black panthers to John Lennon to Richard Nixon. It’s a wild, tragic ride.

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https://allthatsinteresting.com/attica-prison-riot

https://www.history.com/this-day-in-history/riot-at-attica-prison

https://www.npr.org/2021/10/27/1049295683/attica-prison-documentary-stanley-nelson

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Attica_Prison_riot

What really happened during the Attica Prison Rebellion – Orisanmi Burton – YouTube