Carl Valone

Death by Force

Correctional Officer Carl W. Valone, aged 44, tragically lost his life on September 13, 1971, during the infamous Attica Prison riot in Attica, New York. The riot, which began on September 9, 1971, was one of the most significant and violent prison uprisings in U.S. history. It involved over 1,000 inmates who took control of the prison, taking 42 staff members hostage, including Officer Valone. The inmates demanded better living conditions and political rights, leading to a tense standoff with l ...Read More

Correctional Officer Carl W. Valone

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