Because people were pissed that some white man had killed this legend. People were prepared for Martin Luther King Jr. to pass away but they all expected it peacefully in respect of how he was. I think they were shocked and didn't know what to do so they resorted to what seemed logical, hurting the whites as much as they whites hurt them.
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There are a number of things that happened in hundreds of cities immediately after the assassination of Martin Luther King Jr. Riots and arsons were witnessed on so many places as a way of protest for the assassination.
they stopped treating people of different color diffrently the only reason they killed him after is because people didnt like whhat he said
The Chicago Riots of 1968 Assassination of Martin Luther King Assassination of Robert Kennedy The TET offensive The Battle of Khe Sanh
Martin Luther King Jr.'s assassination on April 4, 1968, had a profound impact on the civil rights movement, leading to widespread outrage and riots in numerous cities across the United States. His death galvanized activists, intensifying efforts to secure civil rights legislation and social justice. While it created a leadership vacuum, it also inspired a new generation of leaders and activists to continue the fight for equality, ultimately contributing to the passage of significant laws like the Fair Housing Act of 1968. King's legacy remained a powerful catalyst for ongoing civil rights advocacy.
When he led protests and riots, he and many others were arrested.
The death of Martin Luther King Jr-Apex
The death of Martin Luther King Jr.
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Washington, D.C.
They started the LA Riots.
Washington, D.C.
Civil rights leader of the '60's, famous for the "I have a dream" speech. Assassinated in 1968. His death sparked riots in several cities. Many streets in urban areas are named after him.
There are a number of things that happened in hundreds of cities immediately after the assassination of Martin Luther King Jr. Riots and arsons were witnessed on so many places as a way of protest for the assassination.
There are a number of things that happened in hundreds of cities immediately after the assassination of Martin Luther King Jr. Riots and arsons were witnessed on so many places as a way of protest for the assassination.
There are a number of things that happened in hundreds of cities immediately after the assassination of Martin Luther King Jr. Riots and arsons were witnessed on so many places as a way of protest for the assassination.