Attica prison revolt: Quick Facts

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Date	September 9, 1971 - September 13, 1971
Location	New York • United States

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Publicity still of Jerry Orbach (foreground) and Jesse L. Martin from the television series "Law & Order"; photo undated, but Martin was on the show from 1999-2008.

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