Los Angeles Uprising 1992: A Look Back
25 Years Later, Exhibit Captures the Unrest
In 1992, the Los Angeles Uprising erupted after the acquittal of four police officers in the Rodney King beating case. The riots, which lasted three days, left 53 people dead and over 2,000 injured. Twenty-five years later, an exhibit at the Autry Museum of the American West examines the events of that tumultuous time through the lens of photography.
Over 20 Photos Depict the Unrest
The exhibit, titled "Los Angeles Uprising 1992," features over 20 photographs taken by journalists and other eyewitnesses. The images capture the violence, destruction, and chaos of the riots, as well as the resilience and hope of the community that emerged in the aftermath.
The exhibit is a stark reminder of the events of 1992, but it also offers a glimpse of the progress that has been made in the years since. The Los Angeles of today is a vibrant and diverse city, and the uprising is a reminder of the importance of working together to build a just and equitable society.
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