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Black Thanksgiving
For Black folks, Thanksgiving carries unique significance. Historically, it began as a church-centered celebration, with pastors delivering powerful sermons about the struggles and hopes of Black communities. For enslaved people, Thanksgiving was bittersweet—marked by hard labor for their masters’ feasts, but also a rare pause from daily hardships.
After emancipation, Thanksgiving became a time to celebrate newfound freedom, despite ongoing challenges like unemployment, segregation, and racial violence. It became more than a meal; it was about resilience and reinforcing communal bonds. Despite the harsh realities of their time.
Black Americans used Thanksgiving to celebrate, reflect, and unite in their shared struggles and triumphs.
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Black Eyed Peas
Originating in West Africa around 3000 BC, black-eyed peas traveled to America in the 17th century with enslaved Africans, along with other cultural staples like okra and watermelon. Enslaved individuals planted these peas in the difficult soils of the American South. Black-eyed peas proved as resilient as the people who planted them, thriving under harsh conditions and providing essential nutrition to the enslaved. This is where it became known as "poor man's meat"
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Black Collards
Introduced to Americans in the 17th century, collard greens thrived in the harsh winters of the South but were truly transformed by enslaved Africans. Collard were one of a few vegetables that enslaved Black folks were allowed to grow and harvest.
They turned this humble green, often seen as waste by their oppressors, into flavorful meals by simmering them with salt pork, ham hocks, or turkey necks to enhance the taste and texture. The labor-intensive process, often involving cleaning, chopping, and slow simmering, is a preparation ritual passed down through generations and entwines stories of both struggle and success.
This is especially true during New Year’s Day, Southern folklore suggests that pairing collards with black-eyed peas and pork can bring luck and prosperity, with collard greens said to represent paper money.
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On this day, Robert Chambliss was found guilty of the 16th St Church Bombing
September 15, 1963, a bomb exploded at the 16th Street Baptist Church in Birmingham, Alabama, taking the lives of four young girls and exposing the deep racial tensions of the era. Despite immediate suspicion towards the Ku Klux Klan, justice was delayed for years due to insufficient evidence and limited cooperation.
It wasn't until November 18th, 1977 that Robert Chambliss was convicted of murdering Denise McNair; he was sentenced to life imprisonment, maintaining his innocence until his death in 1985.
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The Rice Coast
In the late 15th century, Portuguese explorers noted the flourishing rice cultivation in West Africa, a skill deeply rooted in local communities. Tragically, the transatlantic slave trade brought these expert rice cultivators to the Americas, where their knowledge transformed agriculture.
Their expertise, possibly with seeds hidden in their hair, cultivated what became known as Carolina Gold. By the 1700s, African skills were so valued that areas like Charleston saw a surge in Rice Coast Africans, reshaping the economy in the Lowcountry of South Carolina and Georgia.
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The Black Friend
In 1951, Hank Ketcham introduced the comic "Dennis the Menace," During the civil rights movement, Ketcham felt his comic could subtly address race and equality.
So, He introduced a Black character named Jackson, hoping to showcase race from a child's innocent perspective.
However, Jackson's portrayal echoed outdated stereotypes, derogatory depictions like those of "pickaninny" or 19th-century minstrel shows.
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Nearly 58% of Black children are unable to swim, nearly double the rate of white children.
This isn't just a coincidence, it's rooted in racial segregation that barred generations of Black Americans from accessing pools and the opportunity to learn. This lack of access left many without the chance to learn a this vital skill, impacting future generations.
Join us and discuss these historical injustices and uncover why many Black Folks can't swim.
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Veterans Day
Black Americans have bravely served in every major U.S. conflict, hoping military service would be a path to equality. However, their dreams often met the harsh reality of white supremacy. After WWI, heroes like Sergeant Henry Johnson returned home only to face the violence of the Red Summer. Their courageous service made them targets of racial aggression, as white communities feared Black assertiveness.
In WWII, the Double V Campaign aimed for victories over fascism and racism. Some policies shifted, such as the desegregation of officer training, but discrimination persisted both in the military and at home. The G.I. Bill rarely extended equal benefits to Black veterans, and many endured racial violence, particularly in the South.
Harry Truman's 1948 executive order began the desegregation of the armed forces. The perseverance of Black veterans post-WWII helped ignite the Civil Rights Movement.
Their legacy highlights a relentless fight against injustice and unwavering patriotism.
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Picture a serene lakeside escape or a bustling oceanfront resort, now imagine being transported back to a time when Black Americans sought these places as sanctuaries from the harsh realities of Jim Crow. These resorts were rare havens offering joy, freedom, and solace. Enjoy our latest video on the history of Black Resorts and uncover how these resorts played a key role in shaping Black culture.
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This Veterans Day weekend, explore the powerful stories of Black veterans who've shaped history.
Dive into videos about the 761st Black Panther Tank Battalion or the Tuskegee Airmen, discover their brave fight for freedom abroad while facing the harsh realities of segregation at home.
As we thank them for their service, let's learn how these heroes overcame adversity and made an indelible mark on American history.
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Each episode centers around little known events or persons from Black history selected for their effect African Americans and American Culture.