On July 31, 1969, the Louisiana National Guard was mobilized in response to racial disturbances in Baton Rouge. These disturbances stemmed from heightened racial tensions, including protests and violence, as the civil rights movement was gaining momentum across the country. The mobilization came after violent clashes between the African American community and police. Baton Rouge, like many other southern cities during the late 1960s, was a focal point for racial struggles, especially concerning issues like segregation, voting rights, and police brutality. The National Guard’s involvement aimed to restore order, but such events marked a turbulent time in the struggle for civil rights.
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