1971 - In New York, National Guardsmen stormed the Attica Correctional Facility and put an end to the four-day revolt. A total of 43 people were killed in the final assault. A committee was organized to investigate the riot on September 30, 1971.  A movie was made about the revolt, called Against The Wall, and was released in the 80s.  Your chance to win with the Classic Rewards Club, logon and enter the keyword AtticaGood luck and thanks for listening.

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