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Repository:
New York State Archives
New York State Education Department
Cultural Education Center
Albany, NY 12230
Summary:
The New York State Temporary Commission on Dioxin Exposure was created to gather information and inform the public, specifically
Vietnam veterans about the hazardous effects of herbicides, particularly those containing dioxin, a chemical in Agent Orange.
This series consists of subject and correspondence files, reports, press clippings, minutes of hearings and meetings, maps,
and video-cassettes documenting the activities of the Commission. Topics addressed include: exposure, health related issues,
awareness of use, veterans' benefits, chemical warfare, and Right to Know.
Creator:
Title:
Temporary Commission on Dioxin Exposure working files
Quantity:
25 cubic feet
Inclusive Dates:
1973-1983
Bulk Dates:
(bulk 1980-1983)
Series Number:
B0639
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