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The 1981 New Cross Fire and the Brixton Riots

The 70s 80s 90s Blog14 years ago4 years ago04 mins

The New Cross Fire in 1981 claimed the lives of black youth at a birthday party and the aftermath would undoubtedly contribute to the Brixton riots

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