What Was the Tulsa Race Massacre of 1921?
Learn how envy and racism led to the tragic destruction of the thriving Black community in Tulsa, Oklahoma, in this thought-provoking addition to the New York Times bestselling What Was? series!
Before May 31, 1921, the Greenwood District of Tulsa, Oklahoma, was a flourishing neighborhood of 10,000 Black residents. There, Black families found success and community. They ran their own businesses, including barbershops, clothing stores, jewelers, restaurants, movie theatres, and more. There also were Black doctors, dentists, and lawyers to serve the neighborhood. Then, in one weekend, all of this was lost. A racist mob tore through the streets, burning everything to the ground and killing scores of innocent residents. Learn about what led to one of the worst moments of racial violence in America's history in this nonfiction book for young readers.
Book At A Glance
# of Pages: 112
Book Binding: Paperback
Year of Publication: 2023
Publisher: Penguin Workshop
Language: en
ISBN: 9780593521700
Creator Bio
Caleb Gayle is a historian, writer, and journalist with a passion for uncovering forgotten stories from American history. He has written for various publications, including The New York Times and The Washington Post, and has been featured on NPR and CNN. Gayle's work focuses on racial justice and the impact of historical events on marginalized communities. He brings his extensive research and engaging storytelling style to his latest book, What Was the Tulsa Race Massacre of 1921?, shedding light on a tragic event in American history that has long been overlooked. With the help of Who HQ and illustrator Tim Foley, Gayle has created an accessible and informative read for young readers to learn about this important moment in time.
