

A 1966 plane crash search and rescue operation is one of several key events covered in this 25-minute history of Multnomah County Sheriff's Office operations.
“Oregon: 1930-1980 through the eyes of the Multnomah County Sheriff's Office”
Synopsis
A 1966 plane crash search and rescue operation is one of several key events covered in this 25-minute history of Multnomah County Sheriff's Office operations.
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Synopsis
Jerry Baumgarner narrates Yesterdays, a documentary that details the operations of the Multnomah County Sheriff’s Office from the 1930s to the 1980s. It covers the Poor Farm operations and the construction of the Rocky Butte Jail from 1939 to 1944. The film discusses the formation of the Emergency Squad in 1963 to handle anti-protest activities and features a 1966 plane crash search and rescue. It also includes segments on the River Patrol and the motorcycle division's trick team. The runtime is 25 minutes.
Deep Dive
Why Watch
- See the construction of the Rocky Butte Jail from 1939-1944.
- Find out about the 1966 plane crash rescue operation.
- Meet the motorcycle division's trick team.
Did You Know
- The Rocky Butte Jail was constructed between 1939 and 1944.
- The Emergency Squad was created in 1963 to manage anti-protest activities.
- A dramatic plane crash search and rescue operation occurred in 1966.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What years does the documentary Yesterdays cover?
Yesterdays covers the history of the Multnomah County Sheriff's Office from the 1930s to the 1980s.
When was the Rocky Butte Jail constructed?
The Rocky Butte Jail was constructed between 1939 and 1944.
What was established in 1963 to manage anti-protest activities?
The Emergency Squad was established in 1963 to manage anti-protest activities.
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