Rachael Hanel's Blog
July 26, 2024
A visit to Camilla’s house
The Camilla Hall book has brought about all sorts of connections. I’ve heard from a lot of people since the …
May 17, 2024
April 15, 2024
6 details of the Hibernia Bank robbery, April 15, 1974
Today marks the 50th anniversary of the Hibernia Bank robbery in San Francisco, committed by the Symbionese Liberation Army. The robbery …
March 8, 2024
International Women’s Day 2024
This is still one of my favorite quotes from one of my favorite writers.
February 5, 2024
Why does Patty Hearst still fascinate us?
Sunday marked the 50th anniversary of the Patty Hearst kidnapping by members of the Symbionese Liberation Army. I had expected …
February 2, 2024
A short history of the SLA, through Camilla Hall
I’m so excited that Nicollet County Historical Society has agreed to host an exhibit of Camilla Hall’s artwork starting on …
January 23, 2024
August 10, 2023
My summer obsessions, 2023
Every summer brings with it a new set of obsessions. Summer is the time to explore, relax, and just let …
July 13, 2023
Guided writing retreat: Nov. 3-5, 2023 in Duluth, MN
Can you not imagine a lot of writing going on here? Just look at those decks!! I am offering a …
May 17, 2023
May 17, 1974: Camilla is killed
(This was originally published on May 17, 2021) On May 17, 1974, more than 400 police officers surrounded a house …
