1967 Newark riots
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The 1967 Newark riots was one of 159 race riots that swept cities in the United States during the "Long Hot Summer of 1967". This riot occurred in the city of Newark, New Jersey between July 12 and July 17, 1967. Over the four days of rioting, looting, and property destruction, 26 people died and hundreds were injured.
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See also
- 1967 Plainfield riots in New Jersey
- Cambridge riot of 1967 in Maryland
- 1967 Detroit riot in Michigan
- Race riot
- New Community Corporation
- History of Newark, New Jersey
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