Central American Task Force records

Collection

Identifier: US-06-01

Staff Only

Scope and Content

This collection contains records of the Central American Task Force including newsletters, bylaws, a history and summary of activities, and financial information.

Dates

1981-2001

Creator

Central American Task Force (Organization)

Language of Materials

The records are in English

Restrictions on Access

This collection is open for research.

History of Cincinnati Central American Task Force

The Cincinnati Central American Task Force (CCATF) was an organization of citizens opposed to U.S. intervention in Central America. Members included the religious community, clergy, trade unions, students and professors, and others. CCATF was a chapter of the U.S. Committee in Solidarity with the People of El Salvador (CISPES) and an affiliate of the Network in Solidarity with Guatemala (NISGUA) and the National Network in Solidarity with the Nicaraguan People (NNSP).

CCATF was formed in May 1980 after several informal gathering regarding the political situation in El Salvador. They were affiliated with and supported by the Sister of Charity of the College of Mt. St. Joseph until 1981. The goals of the CCATF included educating the people of Greater Cincinnati about the political reality in Central America and to mobilize the Cincinnati community to protest U.S. involvement in Central America.

Extent

1.25 Linear Feet

Additional Description

Overview

This collection contains records of the Central American Task Force including newsletters, bylaws, a history and summary of activities, and financial information.