The Negro Motorist Green-Book

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The guidebook serves as a crucial resource for African American travelers during the Jim Crow era, addressing the challenges they faced on the road, such as discrimination and lack of accommodations. Created by Victor Hugo Green, it evolved from local listings in New York to a comprehensive directory covering much of North America. The Green Book not only provided safe travel options but also highlighted the emergence of a black middle class eager to explore the country despite systemic barriers.