UpStairs Lounge arson attack

Since 1973

On June 24, 1973, an arson attack occurred at the UpStairs (or Up Stairs) Lounge, a gay bar on the 2nd floor of 604 Iberville Street in New Orleans, Louisiana, United States. 32 people died and 15 were injured as a result of fire or smoke inhalation. The official cause is still listed as "undetermined origin".

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