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Interviewee: Swinney, Wilford
Interviewer: Owens, Kerry
Date
1986-March-31
Description
Captain Wilford Swinney talks about his upbringing and how he began working for the Austin Police Department. He shares some of his past experiences as an officer, recapping his responsibilities and past duties. Captain Swinney outlines the changes he has seen in the department's organization and resources over the years, especially as related to Austin's growth. Discussed topics include gang activity, the Ut-Austin shooting in 1966, changing uniforms and police cars, and women working in the police force.
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1 item
Language
English
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Swinney_Wilford_1986-03-31_transcript
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University Archives, Texas State University
Texas Sesquicentennial oral history collection