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  • Tags: DC Riots

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An image of an abandoned store following the riots.

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Woolworth, a store in DC that was one main sources for shopping and employment for African-americans in the area. this is an image taken four years after the riots struck D.C.

a collection of photographs showing the true extent of damage that occurred because of the fires during the riots. This video was chosen for context, it does not really give any new information.

Footage showing the destruction of the riots. The video also shows the cleanup and how life was affected during the time.

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A collection of edited video showing the 1968 D.C. riots.

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A diagram showing the extent of damage of Washington D.C. riots. The key shows the estimated building damage for each area.

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A map showing the spread of the 1968 Washington D.C. riots.

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An image of U Street before the destruction occurred.

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The National Guard patrols the streets to allow citizens to safely travel.

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Soldiers defend the capitol building in case the riots escalate further.
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