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January 5, 1968, Dr. Benjamin Spock Indicted For Conspiracy To Aid Draft Dodgers - Today In Crime History
On this day, January 5, in the year 1968, a federal grand jury indicted child psychologist Dr. Benjamin Spock and four others for conspiring to aid draft dodgers. Spock was tried and convicted, but his conviction was later overturned on appeal.
January 3, 1967, Beach Boy Carl Wilson Becomes A Draft Dodger - Today In Crime History
On this day, January 3, in the year 1967, Carl Dean Wilson, of the band the “Beach Boys,” refused to be drafted for military service, leading to his indictment and criminal prosecution for draft evasion.
December 16, 1773, The Sons Of Liberty Dump Crates Of Tea Into Boston Harbor - Today in Crime History
On this date, December 16, in the year 1773, members of the Sons of Liberty disguised as Mohawk Indians dumped crates of tea into Boston harbor as a protest against the Tea Act and its provisions for taxation of tea. This act of criminal misconduct would become known as the “Boston Tea Party.” The incident remains an iconic act of civil disobedience, albeit criminal, and political protesters often refer to it.
