Chilton Jennings facts for kids
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National news coverage of the Jennings lynching
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| Date | July 24, 1919 |
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| Location | Gilmer, Texas |
| Participants | White mob in Gilmer, Texas |
| Deaths | 1 |
Chilton Jennings was a man who died on July 24, 1919, in Gilmer, Texas. He was killed by a group of people after being accused of a crime. This type of killing by a mob, without a proper trial, is known as a lynching.
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The Red Summer of 1919
The death of Chilton Jennings was one of many difficult events that happened during a period known as the Red Summer of 1919. This was a time when there was a lot of unrest and conflict in the United States. Many cities and counties saw violent events, often involving white groups and African American communities.
Understanding the Unrest
During the Red Summer, white groups often attacked African American neighborhoods. These attacks caused a lot of fear and damage. In some places, like Chicago and Washington D.C., African American community groups tried to defend themselves. This led to more clashes and difficult situations.
Impact on Communities
Many people were hurt or lost their lives during these events. Most of the deaths happened in rural areas. For example, in Arkansas, a serious event known as the Elaine Race Riot occurred. It is believed that many African American people and some white people died there.
Other major events included the Chicago Race Riot and the Washington D.C. race riot. These events also resulted in many injuries and a lot of property damage. The Red Summer was a sad and challenging time in American history, showing the deep divisions that existed.
Related Historical Events
- Texarkana, Texas riot of 1919
- Port Arthur riot 1919
- Longview race riot
