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1992

Rodney King and the LA uprising

The acquittal of officers who beat Rodney King ignites days of unrest in Los Angeles.

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April 29, 1992
Rodney King and the LA uprising
The acquittal of officers who beat Rodney King ignites days of unrest in Los Angeles.

Resources from this period

Films·1

Denzel Washington as the revolutionary leader.

Also American

A history of Black Americans — the descendants of people enslaved in what became the United States. Content is drafted from reputable sources and under ongoing review. See the methodology.