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Early in the twentieth century, the black community in Tulsa- the "Greenwood District"- became a nationally renowned entrepreneurial center.
Author(s): Hannibal B Johnson
316 Pages
Social Science, Cultural & Ethnic Studies

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Black Wall Street tells the story of Tulsa's historic Greenwood district, chronicling its development in the early 1900s, the race riots that virtually destroyed it in 1921, and its return to vitality at the close of the century.

Book Synopsis

Early in the twentieth century, the black community in Tulsa- the "Greenwood District"- became a nationally renowned entrepreneurial center. Frequently referred to as "The Black Wall Street of America," the Greenwood District attracted pioneers from all over America who sought new opportunities and fresh challenges. Legal segregation forced blacks to do business among themselves. The Greenwood district prospered as dollars circulated within the black community. But fear and jealousy swelled in the greater Tulsa community. The alleged assault of a white woman by a black man triggered unprecedented civil unrest. The worst riot in American history, the Tulsa Race Riot of 1921 destroyed people, property, hopes, and dreams. Hundreds of people died or were injured. Property damage ran into the millions. The Greenwood District burned to the ground. Ever courageous, the Greenwood District pioneers rebuilt and better than ever. By 1942, some 242 businesses called the Greenwood district home. Having experienced decline in the '60s, '70s, and early '80s, the area is now poised for yet another renaissance. Black Wall Street speaks to the triumph of the human spirit.

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Dimensions (Overall): 9.0 Inches (H) x 6.0 Inches (W) x .9 Inches (D)

Weight: .95 Pounds

Suggested Age: 22 Years and Up

Number of Pages: 316

Genre: Social Science

Sub-Genre: Cultural & Ethnic Studies

Publisher: Eakin Press

Theme: African American & Black Studies

Format: Paperback

Author: Hannibal B Johnson

Language: English

Street Date: August 1, 2007

TCIN: 79258834

UPC: 9781934645383

Item Number (DPCI): 247-20-5172

Origin: Made in the USA or Imported

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