On this day in 1849, a riot broke out at the Astor Place Opera House in New York. / On this day in 1919, a riot began when white sailors began attacking Black people in Charleston, South Carolina.

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<p>On this day in 1849, a riot broke out at the Astor Place Opera House in New York. / On this day in 1919, a riot began when white sailors began attacking Black people in Charleston, South Carolina.</p><p> </p> Learn more about your ad-choices at <a href="https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com">https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com</a>

From the desk of “Stuff You Missed in History Class,” “This Day in History Class” quickly recounts a tidbit from today’s events in history.

This Day in History Class

Astor Place Riot / Charleston Riot of 1919 - May 10

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