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Father Jose Alas discusses his time spent in El Salvador

BROADCAST: Oct. 7, 1985 | DURATION: 00:54:07

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Synopsis

In 1970, because he was considered a troublemaker when helping the peasants in El Salvador obtain a better life, Father Jose Alas was kidnapped by the National Guard and left for dead. Alas explains if he were to return to El Salvador, he would be killed because he is considered a traitor. Caitriona Ruane talks for a couple of minutes about her work helping the poor in the Latin American countries.

Details

Broadcast Date
Oct. 7, 1985

Physical Format
1 sound tape reel (ca. 55 min.) : 10 1/2 in.

Duration
54 minutes, 7 seconds

Digital Format
WAV

Ownership
The Chicago History Museum

Language
English

Topics

Theology, Religion, Religious Organizations Community Activism & Social Reform Pacifists, Peace Activists & Anti-Bomb Activism Latino/a/x and Hispanic Culture & History

People

Religious personnel Athletes

Tags

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