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The narrative explores the development of Black Bottom from 1914 to 1951, highlighting its significance as a refuge for Black migrants escaping Southern racism. This community transformed into a vibrant social, cultural, and economic hub during the World Wars, embodying resilience and the spirit of self-help among its residents. Despite facing numerous challenges, the struggles of Black Bottom's inhabitants fostered a strong sense of unity, ultimately shaping it into a robust and viable community marked by both triumph and adversity.
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Detroit: The Black Bottom Community, Jeremy Williams
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- Released
- 2009
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- Title
- Detroit: The Black Bottom Community
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Jeremy Williams
- Publisher
- Arcadia Publishing (SC)
- Released
- 2009
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 128
- ISBN13
- 9780738577104
- Description
- The narrative explores the development of Black Bottom from 1914 to 1951, highlighting its significance as a refuge for Black migrants escaping Southern racism. This community transformed into a vibrant social, cultural, and economic hub during the World Wars, embodying resilience and the spirit of self-help among its residents. Despite facing numerous challenges, the struggles of Black Bottom's inhabitants fostered a strong sense of unity, ultimately shaping it into a robust and viable community marked by both triumph and adversity.