Exploring the often overlooked topic of Black ancestry within the white race, the book delves into the historical intermixture and intermarriage between Blacks and whites. By addressing these connections, it challenges and dismantles racist ideologies, highlighting the complexities of racial identity and heritage.
Challenging conventional views on race and colonialism, this pamphlet critiques the interplay between state boundaries and racial categories as tools of colonial power. Inspired by the 1935 Italian invasion of Ethiopia, J. A. Rogers articulates a call for political activism within the black community in America. As a prominent figure in the popularization of African history, Rogers's work serves as an early anti-colonial statement from a black perspective, highlighting African achievements and the interconnectedness of civilizations.
Research into the Negro Ancestry in the White Race
Focusing on the origins of racial hierarchy, the book explores the concept that all humans belong to one race, challenging the existence of scientifically evident racial divisions. It argues that color prejudice arose from power dynamics between different groups, serving as a justification for domination and conflict. The author highlights how societies created myths and prejudices to further their interests, while also emphasizing the overlooked contributions of black individuals throughout history, providing numerous examples to support this claim.
The book presents a compelling argument by historian Joel Augustus Rogers, who uncovers evidence of partial black ancestry among several U.S. presidents from the nineteenth and twentieth centuries, including Harding, Jefferson, Jackson, and Lincoln. Through meticulous research, Rogers challenges traditional narratives about race and identity in American history, inviting readers to reconsider the complexities of heritage and the implications for understanding the nation's past.
Challenging conventional notions of race and colonialism, this work critiques the interplay between state boundaries and racial categories as tools of colonial power. Inspired by the 1935 Italian invasion of Ethiopia, it reflects the rise of grassroots political activism among African Americans. J. A. Rogers, a prominent historian and journalist, highlights African achievements and connections between civilizations, positioning this pamphlet as an early expression of anti-colonial sentiment from a black perspective, while popularizing African history in the 20th century.
Featuring a collection of vignettes from journalist and historian Joel Augustus Rogers, this book compiles his columns from the "Your History" newspaper feature. Originally launched in the Pittsburgh Courier in 1934, the work presents intriguing snippets of historical research, designed similarly to Ripley's Believe It or Not. The content reflects Rogers' dedication to uncovering lesser-known historical narratives, making it a unique exploration of history through engaging short items. Revised in 1962, it continues to resonate with readers interested in diverse historical perspectives.
Focusing on the "Great Black Man" theory, this work highlights the achievements of prominent black figures throughout history. The author dedicated his career to uncovering significant contributions by people of African ancestry, aiming to challenge and refute racist notions of inferiority. Through his research, he presents a mural of black history, showcasing remarkable individuals and their accomplishments, as seen in his other works like "100 Amazing Facts about the Negro" and "World's Great Men of Color."
A Short Cut to the World History of the Negro
Focusing on the contributions of African Americans and the broader African diaspora, this work by Joel Augustus Rogers compiles significant historical facts that challenge conventional racial narratives. Rogers, a prominent historian and journalist, emphasizes the interconnectedness of civilizations and highlights African achievements throughout history. His research draws from various academic disciplines, presenting a compelling argument for the central role of Black individuals in world history, including the assertion that Biblical Jews were of African descent.