Deanne Quinn Miller Books

Deanne Quinn Miller was just five when her father, William 'Billy' Quinn, was murdered during the Attica Prison Riot, the only corrections officer killed by inmates. For thirty years, she grappled with questions about his death and the identities of his killers. Joining the Forgotten Victims of Attica marked the beginning of her quest for answers, providing closure not only for herself but also for other victims' families and former prisoners. On September 13, 1971, during the 'retaking' of the prison, New York State troopers and corrections officers killed twenty-nine rioting prisoners and ten hostages in a violent confrontation. In her narrative, Dee shares her lifelong pursuit of truth and justice for the survivors and families affected by this tragedy. Her journey transcended racial and criminal justice divides, leading her to forge connections with notorious prisoner Frank "Big Black" Smith and Richard Clark, who attempted to save her father. Through her exploration of her father's death and the realities within Attica, Miller reveals the state's reckless response and coverup while advocating for compassionate humanity and necessary prison reform.