Ray Marcano is a frequent Columbus Dispatch contributor.

On July 23, 1967, authorities in Detroit raided an unlicensed drinking establishment in a predominantly Black neighborhood, infuriating residents who viewed the action as a continuation of unfair police treatment.

That incident led to a five-day uprising that resulted in 43 deaths, more than 7,000 injuries and at least 1,000 burned buildings.

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