jul 4, 1967 - 1967: Detroit Race Riot
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An unlicensed raid on a bar was the spark that ignited the racial tension that had been building in city, turning into a deadly clash between citizens and the police. In 5 days, 43 civilians were killed, 7,200 arrested, and over 1,189 injured.
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What You Didn't Know About Race in the USA
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