Describes the tumultuous years during the 1960s in the United States when citizens challenged the status quo and rebelled again the existing law and order. Discusses the climate that led up to the riots, the protests, and the assassinations that took place. Includes photographs, a timeline, chapter notes, an index, and sources for further information.
Content Note
Racism in America -- The war in Vietnam -- Further unrest -- Some early riots of the 1960s -- The race riots of 1968 -- The 1968 Democratic National Convention riots -- Timeline.