Correctional officers bringing out some hostages at the St. Clair Correctional Facility in Springville, Alabama, during a riot at the prison.

The broom handles leaning against the wall in the background were used as weapons by the prisoners. During the riot, the inmates took over the facility for 11 hours.

Bibliographic Details
Main Author: Oliver, Mike
Format: Electronic
Published: Alabama Department of Archives and History
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Online Access:http://cdm17217.contentdm.oclc.org/cdm/ref/collection/amg/id/19086
Description
Summary:The broom handles leaning against the wall in the background were used as weapons by the prisoners. During the riot, the inmates took over the facility for 11 hours.