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Indian Wars and Frontier Conflicts

Detroit Riots 1967

1967
Michigan
Era
Indian Wars and Frontier Conflicts
Year
1967
Location
Michigan
Status
Historical record
The Battle

History & Significance

Detroit Riots 1967 was a Indian Wars and Frontier Conflicts engagement fought in Michigan, 1967. It was a Federal Government victory.

One of the most violent civil disturbances of the 20th century. President Johnson deployed the 82nd and 101st Airborne Divisions. Largest US Army urban deployment since Civil War. Accelerated Detroit's population decline and white flight.

Result
Federal Government victory
Forces engaged
US Army 82nd and 101st Airborne Divisions, Michigan National Guard vs rioters
Casualties
43 killed; 1,189 injured; $40-50 million in damage; 7,231 arrested
Outcome
43 killed; 1,189 injured; 7,231 arrested; 2,000 buildings burned; order restored after 5 days

Approximate location. The nearest recorded settlement is shown; the exact site is unrecorded.

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When did Detroit Riots 1967 take place?
Detroit Riots 1967 took place in 1967.
Where was Detroit Riots 1967 fought?
Detroit Riots 1967 was fought in Michigan, United States.
What was the significance of Detroit Riots 1967?
One of the most violent civil disturbances of the 20th century. President Johnson deployed the 82nd and 101st Airborne Divisions. Largest US Army urban deployment since Civil War. Accelerated Detroit's population decline and white flight.
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