Watts Towers in Los Angeles is a series of interconnected structures built by Sabato Rodia, covered in mosaics and ornate decorations. The site is now a cultural landmark, maintained by the California Parks Department and open to visitors. Despite being initially unpopular, the towers were eventually restored and are now a popular tourist attraction. Watts […]
The Watts Rebellion in August 1965 was a turning point in the civil rights movement, sparked by police brutality towards the primarily black Watts neighborhood in Los Angeles. The catalyst was a police officer stopping a car suspected of drunk driving, leading to six days of violent protests, looting, and arson. The rebellion resulted in […]
