Ida Dollard

Death by Force

Ida Jean Dollard, a 26-year-old African American woman, tragically lost her life on April 27, 1979, in San Antonio, Texas. Her death occurred during the infamous Battle of Flowers Parade, a festive event that turned into a scene of horror due to a mass shooting. The perpetrator, Ira Attebury, a 64-year-old paranoid World War II veteran, opened fire from his motor home, causing chaos and bloodshed. Attebury, known for his erratic behavior and addiction to PCP, had a history of mental health issue ...Read More

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