Lombard Street Riot, 1842

Introduction

In August, 1842, a white mob attacked a procession held in honor of the anniversary of the end of slavery in the British Caribbean. The riot lasted for several days and nearly led to the burning of the homes of black leaders.

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Additional Information

• 1844 African American Newspaper Article about the
• Weekly Press article about the placement of a mark
• Local history website
• Antislavery and Abolition in Philadelphia: Emancip