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Selects: The Tulsa 'Race Riots'

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The Resilience of Greenwood: A Legacy of Black Wall Street

This chapter explores the prosperous all-black community of Greenwood, known as 'Black Wall Street,' during the early 20th century, highlighting its wealth and thriving businesses despite systemic racism. It also addresses the historical erasure of key figures and events, emphasizing the community's pride, resilience, and cultural significance during the Jim Crow era.

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