A resolution to commemorate the 160th anniversary of the Memphis Massacre of 1866.

This resolution commemorates the 160th anniversary of the Memphis Massacre of 1866, a brutal attack on Black residents by a white mob, resulting in numerous deaths and injuries. The resolution honors the memory of those who lost their lives and recognizes the event as a significant chapter in Tennessee and U.S. history. It emphasizes the importance of remembering this event to understand the challenges faced in the pursuit of justice and equality, and to reaffirm a commitment to equality and respect for all persons.

A resolution to commemorate the 160th anniversary of the Memphis Massacre of 1866.

This resolution commemorates the 160th anniversary of the Memphis Massacre of 1866, a brutal attack on Black residents by a white mob, resulting in numerous deaths and injuries. The resolution honors the memory of those who lost their lives and recognizes the event as a significant chapter in Tennessee and U.S. history. It emphasizes the importance of remembering this event to understand the challenges faced in the pursuit of justice and equality, and to reaffirm a commitment to equality and respect for all persons.