The Detroit Riot of 1967 (Great Lakes Books Series)
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| Rating | : | 4.84 (933 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 0814343775 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 174 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2015-12-31 |
| Language | : | English |
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It has been fifty years since the riot and federal policies are needed now more than ever that will help to protect the future of urban America. Locke goes on to address the situation as outlined by the courts, and the response of the community-including the media, social and religious agencies, and civic and political leadership. During the last days of July 1967, Detroit experienced a week of devastating urban collapse-one of the worst civil disorders in twentieth-century America. Forty-three people were killed, over $50 million in property was destroyed, and the city itself was left in a state of panic and confusion, the scars of which are stil
. Hubert G. The Hubert Locke Distinguished Service Award at the University of Nebraska-Omaha is named in his honor to recognize an individual who has demonstrated exemplary commitment to public service. Locke is a Detroit native who served as administrative aide to the Detroit commissioner of police in 1967. He was dean and professor emeritus at t
E. B. said A rare perspective on a momentous event. Written right after the riots from the POV of an African-American insider (who worked for the police commissioner) this book gives you an important perspective on how law enforcement (well, maybe not the average bigoted white cop on the street) viewed the events of the riots. Hubert Locke is thoughtful and occasionally critical, though he does defend most of Mayor Cavanaugh's administration and the police department for most of their decisions and actions. His is a rare perspective as a black man who also is "The Man." Definitely recommended.. Great Historical Document written at the time of events This report (written at the time of events happening) captures information and data not likely reported in post writeups. Provides a great perspective of one living the events and better analysis of what events occured and, the nature of those events within the right context.. excellent read Wesley Horton Interesting picture and story of what happens when liberals assume power and the results of their idiocy. The detroit riots were as much a function of government and its complacency in the riot. Treatment is a bit lightweight, but it highlights how uneducated and easily manipulable masses can be incited to burn and destroy their own homes and communities.The issue of blind pigs comes up .and its not talking about sight challenged police officers.
. About the Author Hubert G. The Hubert Locke Distinguished Service Award at the University of Nebraska-Omaha is named in his honor to recognize an individual who has demonstrated exemplary commitment to public service. Locke is a Detroit native who served as administrative aide to the Detroit commissioner of police in 1967. He was dean and professor emeritus at the Daniel Evans Graduate School of the University of Washington and sat on the board of directors for the Police Foundation for over a decade