Scott Ellsworth - The 1921 Tulsa Race Riot

The video features a historian from Ann Arbor discussing the 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre, a significant yet suppressed event in American history. The historian shares their personal journey of researching and writing about the massacre, highlighting the efforts of survivors and observers in preserving its history. The video emphasizes the importance of uncovering untold stories in communities worldwide.

What was the 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre known for?

• The largest peaceful protest in American history

• The worst single incident of racial violence in American history

• The first racially integrated community in the U.S.

• The longest-lasting racial conflict in the 20th century

How long did the suppression of the Tulsa Race Massacre details last?

• Over 20 years

• Over 100 years

• Over 10 years

• Over 50 years

What motivated the speaker to write their senior thesis on the Tulsa Race Massacre?

• A family connection to the event

• A professor's suggestion

• Hearing bits and pieces of the story growing up

• A documentary they watched

What significant contribution did the speaker make to the study of the Tulsa Race Massacre?

• They created a documentary

• They wrote a book and searched for mass graves

• They organized a memorial event

• They founded a museum

What does the speaker suggest about untold stories in communities?

• They are common and should be explored with an open mind

• They are only found in large cities

• They are irrelevant to current events

• They are mostly fictional