History of the United States II / Unit 10 USH2 1371 short lesson, about 20 seconds
The Cost of Anacostia
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The idea
The raid on Anacostia injured dozens of people, and the anchor reports that a twelve-week-old infant was killed by a tear gas canister.
In practice
Photographs and newsreels of the army forcibly removing veterans.
Where people slip
The Yawp confirms that a baby was killed by tear gas. Digital History says the incident virtually assured Roosevelt's election.
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