Mary Metlay Kaufman Papers 1917 - 1994 1946-1986

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Mary Metlay Kaufman Papers 1917 - 1994 1946-1986

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Lawyer, professor, and political activist. Major themes reflected in the papers include international law, anti-communism, civil rights, the anti-Vietnam war and anti-nuclear movements. The papers also document Kaufman's close associations with other prominent civil rights attorneys and her involvement in international war crimes tribunals. Material includes trial records and research; correspondence; published and unpublished writings; speeches; and teaching materials.

102 boxes; (49 linear ft.)

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Sophia Smith Collection

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