Vicksburg massacre
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The Vicksburg massacre, sometimes referred to as the Vicksburg riot,[1] was a freedmen massacre on December 7, 1874, that continued until around January 5, 1875, in Vicksburg, Mississippi, U.S.. An estimated 150–300 Black citizens, and 2 White citizens were killed during the violence.[2][3][4] Sheriff Peter Crosby, an African American, was forcibly removed from office, reinstated, and then shot in the head.
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Vicksburg massacre | |
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Vicksburg troubles, Vicksburg riot Part of the Reconstruction era | |
Date | December 7, 1874 – January 5, 1875 (1874-12-07 – 1875-01-05) |
Location | Vicksburg, Warren County, Mississippi, U.S. |
Caused by | Racism |
Methods | Shootings |
Resulted in | Various killings |
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