The Night is Dark and I am Far from Home
When the lights went out in New York City at 9:34 p.m. on July 13, 1977, it set off a night of rioting, looting and general mayhem in neighborhoods across the city. This is an excellent article that presents a detailed personal account of the historic event, as well as wonderful photographs, a photo gallery and a video.
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