Black Labor, Native Land

Synopsis

Elena Roberts, an assistant professor of history at the University of Pittsburgh, investigates her family's past in Oklahoma, formerly known as Indian Territory. She uncovers the story of Black individuals who were enslaved by Native Americans, a narrative often overlooked in American history. The documentary addresses the historical ties between Black and Native communities, particularly the disenrollment of freedmen from tribes like the Choctaw and Chickasaw in the late 20th century. Roberts advocates for recognition and reconciliation of these intertwined histories.