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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.

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

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.

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

An image of an abandoned store following the riots.

An image of U Street before the destruction occurred.

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

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

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

Firefighters finish off putting out the blaze of the riots on the final days.