Q&A: Jesse Holland, "The Invisibles: The Untold Story of African American Slaves in the White House"
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The Beverly Snow Riot and the Importance of Researching Slave Stories
This chapter explores the Beverly Snow riot in Washington DC and its consequences on African-American establishments and individuals, highlighting Andrew Jackson's defiance in protecting his White House employee. The speaker emphasizes the significance of researching historical stories using owners' records and praises the Library of Congress as a valuable resource, expressing gratitude towards Jesse J. Holland Jr. and presidential plantations for their assistance.
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