Chicago Riots Mar the Democratic Convention
At a glance:
- Series: Great Events from History II: Human Rights Series
- Categories: Government and Politics, Social Issues, Reform, and Protest
- Subcategories: Revolutions, Rebellions, Uprisings, Riots, Human Rights, Violence
- Curriculum: American History 1951-present
- Geographical Location: Chicago
- Date: August 24, 1968-August 30, 1968
Article abstract: The Democratic National Convention in Chicago in 1968 was marred by riots police violence representative of one of the most tumultuous years in mid-twentieth century American political history.
Summary of Event
By all measures, 1968 was one of the most tumultuous years in twentieth century American political history. The Vietnam War increased in intensity, escalating American casualties and citizen disillusionment with the conflict. Racial tensions exploded into riots in many cities, particularly after the assassination of Martin Luther...
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