Klan Artifacts Unearthed in Mississippi

Uncovered Klan Materials from the 1960s: A Historical Discovery

Workers at the Mississippi Department of Public Safety found a suitcase filled with Ku Klux Klan materials from the 1960s while moving into their new headquarters. The artifacts, including meeting minutes, a ledger book, and propaganda pamphlets, offer a rare glimpse into Klan operations during a time of major unrest in the state. Officials emphasize the importance of preserving such items to prevent future generations from falling into similar traps of division and prejudice. Archivists now face the task of cataloging, preserving, and digitizing the collection for public...