Peace Squadron records.
Content Description
Collection includes subject files containing correspondence, folders of clippings, press releases, articles and newsletters, and letter to the editors, and an extensive collection of colour and black and white photographs of Peace Squadron anti-nuclear protest activities during the 1980s and early 1990s. The majority of the photographs are of protest activities in Auckland but there are a few documenting the Squadron's participation in protests in Australia.
Dates
- 1976 - 2001
- Majority of material found within 1976 - 1986
Creator
- Peace Squadron (Auckland, N.Z.) (Organization)
Conditions Governing Access
Not restricted.
Conditions Governing Use
Please issue photographs with gloves.
Biographical / Historical
The Peace Squadron a was a waterborne protest group which aimed to prevent nuclear - powered naval vessels entering Auckland Harbour. The organisation was active between 1975 and 1984, members included prominent Anglican clergy such as George Armstrong. The material in this collection was collated by Wilton Willis, a founding member of the Squadron.
Extent
3 metres (5 cartons and one outsize box. One carton containing 3 binder-boxes of photographs. )
Language of Materials
English
Immediate Source of Acquisition
Donated by Helene Willis in 2012 and 2013.
General
Photographs stored onsite. Remainder of collection in off-site storage. Expect delay of 12-24 hours from time of order.
Source
- Willis, Helene (Person)
- Language of description
- Undetermined
- Script of description
- Code for undetermined script
Repository Details
Part of the Special Collections, University of Auckland Repository
5 Alfred Street
Private Bag 92019
Auckland 1142 New Zealand
specialcollections@auckland.ac.nz