A Reckoning in Tulsa
Synopsis
Up to 300 Black residents were killed and countless homes and businesses destroyed during the 1921 Tulsa race massacre, a largely forgotten chapter of American history.
Synopsis
On a sunny morning in May 1921, JB Stratford, a prominent lawyer and real estate developer, arrived at the Stratford Hotel in Tulsa's Greenwood district. This area was a thriving Black community, home to numerous businesses and professionals. On May 31, a white mob attacked, fueled by a rumor of an assault. By the end of the violence, up to 300 Black residents were dead, and the neighborhood lay in ruins. The documentary details the massacre and the decades-long effort to suppress its history.
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Why Watch
- See the thriving businesses of Greenwood in the early 1920s.
- Find out about JB Stratford's impact on the community.
- Learn how the Tulsa Race Massacre was covered up for decades.
Did You Know
- JB Stratford was one of the richest African Americans in the country in 1921.
- Greenwood had two movie theaters, over 30 restaurants, and 35 grocery stores.
- The Tulsa Race Massacre resulted in the deaths of 75 to 300 Black residents.
- The story of the massacre was suppressed for 50 years after it occurred.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who was JB Stratford?
JB Stratford was a lawyer and real estate developer in Tulsa, Oklahoma, and one of the richest African Americans in the country during the early 20th century.
What happened during the Tulsa race massacre?
On May 31, 1921, a white mob rioted in Tulsa, resulting in the murder of anywhere from 75 to as many as 300 black residents and the destruction of their homes and businesses.
How long was the story of the Tulsa race massacre suppressed?
The story of the massacre was actively suppressed for 50 years, with local newspapers avoiding mention of the event and official records disappearing.
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