The Black Wall Street Massacre

The transcript discusses the history of Black Wall Street, a prosperous African-American community in Tulsa, and the racial tensions that led to the Tulsa Race Massacre. It details the accusation against Dick Rowland, the subsequent racial violence, and the destruction of the community. The aftermath saw no reparations for survivors, marking it as one of the worst racial violence incidents in US history.

What was the significance of Black Wall Street in the context of African-American communities?

What event triggered the racial violence in Tulsa on May 31st?

How did the white citizens justify their actions during the Tulsa Race Massacre?

What were the consequences of the Tulsa Race Massacre for the African-American community?

What was the outcome for the survivors and their families after the massacre?