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Reheat: In Search Of Rosa Parks' Pancakes

Jun 21, 2024
Adrienne Cannon, African-American history specialist at the Library of Congress, shares Rosa Parks' pancake recipe with peanut butter. Visit Mrs. Parks' nieces in Detroit to cook her favorite recipes. Dan makes peanut butter pancakes with Nicole Taylor. Unveil Parks' personal documents beyond activism and legacy in the kitchen.
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  • Rosa Parks' pancake recipe reveals her resourcefulness and simple pleasures amidst civil rights activism.
  • Adversity faced post-Montgomery bus boycott highlights untold struggles of Rosa Parks and her husband.

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Exploring Rosa Parks' Personal Documents

Rosa Parks' personal documents, including a pancake recipe, were made available by the Library of Congress in 2016. While these historical papers notably showcase her activism in fighting segregation, the focus shifts to a humble pancake recipe, providing a glimpse into her daily life and culinary legacy. The recipe, written on the back of an envelope, captures the essence of her resourcefulness and simple pleasures amidst the complexities of her civil rights activism.

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