Jackson State killings, Historical site in United States of America
The Jackson State killings occurred at Jackson State College, now Jackson State University.
In the early hours of May 15, 1970, two students were killed and twelve others injured when police opened fire on a group of students.
The events highlighted racial tensions and police brutality issues prevalent in the 1970s.
Jackson State University offers educational programs and commemorates the tragedy with a memorial.
This tragic event has been compared to the Kent State shootings, which happened just days earlier.
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