Allen Durham, a 20-year-old from Attica, NY, died on September 13, 1971, during the infamous Attica prison uprising. The uprising, which began on September 9, 1971, was a response to the inhumane conditions and treatment of inmates at the Attica Correctional Facility. The situation escalated quickly, leading to a violent confrontation between the inmates and law enforcement. On September 13, 1971, the prison was retaken by force, resulting in the deaths of 43 individuals, including 33 inmates an
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