Detroit Riot Remembered

Forty-one years ago this week, one of the most painful chapters in Michigan and American history unfolded in Detroit, the 12th street riot. By the end, forty-three people were dead, 467 injured, and over 7,200 arrested. More than 2,000 buildings burned down. It is a tragedy from which Detroit has never fully recovered. Take a look at the following video by KeylaBb entitled "Detroit Race Riot 1967/ Mr. Jacobs," featuring the once banned Gordon Lightfoot song, "Black Day in July."



Absolute Michigan has also done a feature on the history of the riots. And check out Wikipedia's 12th Street Riot entry for more information, including a brief bio of all those killed in the riot, as well as links.