Notable events that happened on this day in history.

1992: Rioting erupts across Los Angeles in the aftermath of the acquittal of four LAPD officers in the beating of Rodney King. The riots last six days, destroyed hundreds of businesses, and caused more than 54 deaths. Pictured: A California National guardsman stands watch over a riot-torn area of south central Los Angeles, April 30, 1992.

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