A video archive showing the Atlantic City Black Lives Matter (BLM) protests from the summer of 2020 has resurfaced online.
The footage shows key moments from the demonstrations that took place after the death of George Floyd.
The videos include clips of both peaceful protests and moments of chaos, where some areas saw looting and property damage.
Many residents had joined the movement to speak up against police brutality and racial injustice. However, some parts of the protests got out of control, which led to clashes between demonstrators and law enforcement.
The footage is now gaining attention again as it offers a raw look at how events unfolded in Atlantic City during that historic time. Some clips show protestors marching with signs and chanting slogans, while others show damage to local businesses.
These videos were originally shared by people who were present during the protests. They are now part of a growing number of online archives that document the nationwide protests that took place in 2020.
City officials had imposed curfews during that time to manage the unrest. Law enforcement was deployed in large numbers, and there were multiple arrests reported.
Supporters of the movement say the protests were necessary to spark real change in America’s justice system. Critics, on the other hand, have often pointed to the damage caused during some of these events.
Whether viewed as a moment of civil awakening or a time of unrest, the Atlantic City protests are now part of U.S. history.
The newly resurfaced video archive reminds people of the powerful emotions and tensions that shaped the summer of 2020.
