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Set against the backdrop of significant historical events from 1914 to 1951, the narrative explores the emergence of Black Bottom as a vital center for the black community in Detroit. Facing racism and housing discrimination, migrants from the South transformed this former immigrant enclave into a hub of social and cultural resilience. The community's struggles and triumphs highlight a rich tradition of self-help and solidarity, showcasing how adversity shaped Black Bottom into a strong, cohesive neighborhood despite its challenges.
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Detroit, Jeremy Williams
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- Released
- 2009
- Binding
- (Hardcover)
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- Title
- Detroit
- Subtitle
- The Black Bottom Community
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Jeremy Williams
- Publisher
- Arcadia Publishing Library Editions
- Released
- 2009
- Format
- Hardcover
- Pages
- 130
- ISBN13
- 9781531651053
- Categories
- Tags
- Ethnography
- Rating
- 4.15 out of 5
- Description
- Set against the backdrop of significant historical events from 1914 to 1951, the narrative explores the emergence of Black Bottom as a vital center for the black community in Detroit. Facing racism and housing discrimination, migrants from the South transformed this former immigrant enclave into a hub of social and cultural resilience. The community's struggles and triumphs highlight a rich tradition of self-help and solidarity, showcasing how adversity shaped Black Bottom into a strong, cohesive neighborhood despite its challenges.