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The Red Summer of 1919 refers to a period of intense racial violence and civil unrest in the United States, predominantly affecting African American communities. Following World War I, returning Black veterans faced hostility, exacerbated by competition for jobs and housing in a racially charged atmosphere. The summer saw numerous race riots, with notable incidents in Chicago, Washington D.C., and Elaine, Arkansas, resulting in hundreds of deaths and injuries. This period highlighted the deep-seated racial tensions and inequalities that persisted in American society.

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