Museum object · Photographs and Still Images
Angela Davis released from jail when her bail is granted, San Jose, February 23, 1972
February 23, 1972; printed 2021
San Jose, Santa Clara County, California, United States, North and Central America
Source catalog description
This description refers to material held by Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture. Visual details below describe the original material.
A black-and-white archival print of Angela Davis being released on bail. She smiles widely while standing behind a man whose back is to the viewer. The two appear to stand in front of a car with a door open for entry. A woman carrying a messenger bag over her shoulder stands behind Davis, as does a sheriff's deputy with hands clasped. A crowd can be seen gathered in the background. On back at top left in pencil is [1972 - San Jose]; at center is [Stephen Shames / 2/10].
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Catalog reference: 2022.11.8
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