1919

1919 Elaine Massacre

Elaine, Arkansas, AR

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One of the deadliest racial massacres in U.S. history, occurring when Black farmers attempting to organize a union were attacked by white mobs and federal troops. Estimates of Black deaths range from 100 to 240, while only 5 white deaths were confirmed. The massacre was sparked by a …

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