Memorial Day Riot

The Memorial Day Riot was a violent disturbance that occurred in 1919 in Waco, Texas, during a Memorial Day celebration. Tensions arose between the black community and white residents over racial inequality, leading to clashes involving gunfire, destruction, and injuries. The riot highlighted racial tensions and social unrest in the U.S. during that time. It ended with arrests and some fatalities, reflecting broader issues of racial discrimination and inequality that were prevalent in the early 20th century.