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Uncover a pivotal moment in urban history and the fight for equal protection under the law.
This nonfiction account examines a wave of violence in New York City, where mobs, police, and local leaders clashed with Black residents. It exposes how official brutality and indifference affected everyday people and how a citizen-led group pressed for accountability, justice, and long-term safeguards.
- Real-world testimony from victims and witnesses
- A critical look at how investigations were conducted and why justice was hard to secure
- The formation and work of The Citizens’ Protective League to defend rights and safety
- The broader impact on city politics, policing, and public trust
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