Detroit riot 50 years later: A look at one of the biggest riots in US history

50 years ago, five days of violence rocked Detroit. On July 23, 1967, police raided an illegal nightclub and arrested all patrons, including 82 African Americans. Observers on the streets began to protest and start fires, which sparked one of the biggest revolts in the U.S. history.

By Staff Reporter
July 22, 2017 16:51 +08

IBTimes UK

50 years ago, five days of violence rocked Detroit. On July 23, 1967, police raided an illegal nightclub and arrested all patrons, including 82 African Americans. Observers on the streets began to protest and start fires, which sparked one of the biggest revolts in the U.S. history.