Tulsa Massacre of 1921 – Eyewitnesses
By
John C Abercrombie
Efforts have been made to hide this significantly historic event. Makes one wonder if the roles were reversed and Blacks attacked and killed 300 Whites if it would be well know? 2021 marks the 100th anniversary of the event and believe it or not, there are still eyewitnesses who have survived to this day.
As you scroll through the videos, you will see the testimony of a 107, 106 and 100 year old survivor of the Tulsa Massacre.
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As you watch the videos accompanying this post, you will be heartened by the fact that a young lady preparing for the prom in 1921 was recognized by the now integrated High School and invited to celebrate that event at the age of95.
See how people that have lived their lives in Oklahoma have never heard of this event and what Oklahoma University is doing about it.
There is hope, but it comes after facing the facts of the case and doing so in the spirit of understanding and openness.
The city of Tulsa is taking steps to recognize this haunting event that affects descendants of the event to this day.
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Continue scrolling down for more amazing information, videos, books and value items. The above is to be included in all posts Three Tulsa Race Massacre Survivors Viola Fletcher, Hughes Van Ellis and Lessie Benningfield Randle, testify at a House Judiciary Committee hearing to mark the centennial of the Tulsa Race Massacre – when a white mob attacked residents, homes and businesses in a predominantly Black neighborhood of Tulsa, OK
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Black Wall Street:
From Riot to Renaissance in Tulsa’s Historic Greenwood District 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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An American Pogrom:
The 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre One hundred years ago, on May 31 and June 1, 1921, white mobs in Tulsa, Oklahoma attacked the city’s Black residents and businesses in one of the worst incidents of racial violence in American history. They killed hundreds of people and destroyed 35 square blocks in the city’s Greenwood District, also called “Black Wall Street,” which had been the wealthiest Black community in the United States.
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The Race Massacre of 19-21 is beyond belief. On a mere accusation of a White girl (Sarah Page) being attacked 35 city blocks are dest royed. The sheriff in his infinite wisdom deputized hundreds of men to become involved in what later became known as a massacre. White children responded with guns and participated. Churches, schools, businesses were burned to the ground. Homes were looted before they were burned, yet few people are exposed to the horrible truth.
We are able to see witness statements in this post. Imagine the trauma suffered by people having to flee for their lives as they are sprayed by machine fire and turpentine being dumped on their homes from airplanes solicited for the event.
History of all things needs to be accurate. Facts can be discussed, and problems resolved. Hiding them only allow them to fester and become permanent barriers to healing. Let each one takes a step towards the healing that is so desperately needed.