San Francisco V-J Day Peace Riots
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The surrender of Japan in mid-August 1945 caused many around the world to pour into the streets in spontaneous celebrations. In San Francisco, however, thousands of young sailors--new recruits from nearby bases--as well as young civilians rioted. More than 100 plate glass windows were shattered; liquor, tobacco, and clothing stores were looted; automobiles were overturned; cable cars were damaged;...
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The surrender of Japan in mid-August 1945 caused many around the world to pour into the streets in spontaneous celebrations. In San Francisco, however, thousands of young sailors--new recruits from nearby bases--as well as young civilians rioted. More than 100 plate glass windows were shattered; liquor, tobacco, and clothing stores were looted; automobiles were overturned; cable cars were damaged;...
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