1966 Hong Kong riots
The 1966 Hong Kong riots, also known as the 1966 Star Ferry riots, were a series of disturbances that took place over four nights on the streets of Kowloon, Hong Kong in the spring of 1966. The riots started as peaceful demonstrations against the British colonial government's decision to increase the fare of Star Ferry foot-passenger harbour crossing by 25 percent.
| 1966 Hong Kong riots | |
|---|---|
| Part of British colonial rule | |
Petition form created by Elsie Elliot against the Star Ferry fare increase | |
| Date | 4 - 8 April 1966 |
| Location | Kowloon, Hong Kong |
| Caused by | Ferry fare increase |
| Casualties | |
| Death(s) | 1 |
| Injuries | Dozens |
| Arrested | 1,800+ |
One person died in the riots, dozens were injured, and over 1,800 people were arrested during the turmoil.
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