Report of the Chicago Riot Study Committee to the Hon. Richard J. Daley, August 1, 1968

The "Report of the Chicago Riot Study Committee to the Hon. Richard J. Daley" examines the causes and events of the civil unrest that took place in Chicago from April 5-7, 1968, following the assassination of Martin Luther King Jr. The committee, led by local judges, business leaders, lawyers, and politicians, analyzed the social and economic conditions contributing to the riots. The report provides detailed accounts of the violence, property damage, and responses by the police and city officials, along with recommendations to prevent future disturbances.

The report includes an examination of Mayor Daley's controversial "shoot to kill" order issued during the 1968 riots. The report provides context for the order, examining its impact on the events and public perception. Daley had instructed the police to "shoot to kill" arsonists and "shoot to maim" looters, a directive that drew significant attention and criticism.

Report of the Chicago Riot Study Committee to the Hon. Richard J. Daley