Delaware. National Guard
Biographical notes:
In 1968 and early 1969, the Delaware National Guard was called out to control racial unrest in Wilmington and Dover, caused by growing black militancy and the death of the Rev. Martin Luther King, Jr. National Guard was on duty in Wilmington from Apr. 1968 until Jan. 1969 and at Delaware State College in Dover from May 15 until July 22, 1968.
From the description of Delaware National Guard records, 1967-1969. (Historical Society of Delaware). WorldCat record id: 70977956
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Subjects:
- African Americans
- African Americans
- Race discrimination
- Race riots
- Riot control
- Riots
Occupations:
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Places:
- Dover (Del.) (as recorded)
- Wilmington (Del.) (as recorded)
- Delaware (as recorded)
