apr 29, 1992 - Los Angeles Riots
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The Los Angeles Riots of 1992 erupted following the acquittal of four white police officers in the beating of Rodney King, an African American man. The incident, captured on video, sparked outrage and exposed long-standing racial tensions and police brutality in the city. Over six days, Los Angeles descended into chaos, with widespread looting, arson, and violence, resulting in over 60 deaths and thousands of injuries. The National Guard was deployed to restore order, and a curfew was imposed. The riots highlighted deep-rooted socioeconomic disparities and led to calls for police reform and greater social justice.Added to timeline:
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apr 29, 1992
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~ 33 years ago