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Segregation and “Jim Crow” in the South

Segregation

Segregation

Segregation

Segregation

Segregation

Segregation

“Jim Crow”

Jim Crow the character Jim Crow was an attempt to

demonstrate the perceived inferiority of the Black race at this time.

Originated in 1830.

A white “minstrel” (traveling performer) named Thomas Rice would blacken his face with a burnt cork and danced to the song “Jump Jim Crow” during theatrical performances.

It is believed that Rice had previously owned a slave which was the inspiration for his act.

Violence against African-Americans in the South

In an attempt to put down protesters of Jim Crow laws and segregation fire departments would use their high powered hoses.

Violence continued…

Violence continued..

Violence continued…

Violence continued…

Locations of Violence…