Jamon Jordan on the 1967 Detroit Riots
Detroit historian and educator Jamon Jordan was interviewed near the spot where riots erupted on July 23, 1967. Mr. Jordan described the cau… read more
Detroit historian and educator Jamon Jordan was interviewed near the spot where riots erupted on July 23, 1967. Mr. Jordan described the causes and events of the uprising, which led to 43 deaths, over 7,000 arrests, and the deployment of over 5,000 federal troops to restore order. close
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