1919 Norfolk race riot

1919 Norfolk race riot

Part of Red Summer
July US News coverage of the July 12, 1919, race riots in Norfolk
Date	July 21, 1919
Location	Norfolk, Virginia, United States
Deaths	2[1]
Non-fatal injuries	Dozens wounded

The 1919 Norfolk race riot occurred on July 21, 1919, when a homecoming celebration for African American veterans of World War I was attacked in Norfolk, Virginia. At least two people were killed and six people were shot. City officials called in Marines and Navy personnel to restore order.