Historical Events tagged with "racialtension"

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Social Movements & Civil Rights

Hough Riots Erupt in Cleveland's African American Community

July 18th, 1966 58 years ago

A racially charged incident at a bar in Hough, a predominantly African American neighborhood in Cleveland, Ohio, incited tensions that escalated into widespread riots. Over the course of six days, violence erupted as crowds clashed with police, looting and arson became rampant. The Ohio National Guard was deployed to help restore order, with 1,700 troops mobilized to quell the unrest that stemmed from long-standing grievances over racial inequality and neglect in urban communities. The riots reflected deeper social and economic issues, capturing national attention.

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