Racial segregation persisted long after slavery from "summary" of Illustrated Black History by George McCalman
The legacy of slavery in America did not end with the Emancipation Proclamation. Even after the chains of bondage were broken, Black Americans continued to face discrimination and segregation in almost every aspect of life. This systemic oppression was deeply ingrained in society and persisted long after the physical shackles of slavery were removed. Racial segregation was a harsh reality for Black Americans, as they were denied access to basic rights and opportunities that were freely available to their white counterparts. From schools to restaurants, theaters to public transportation, separate and unequal facilities were the norm for decades following the end of slavery. This segregation was not just a matter of physical separation, but a deliberate attempt to dehumanize and marginalize an entire race of people. The Jim Crow laws, enacted in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, further entrenched racial segregation in the United States. These laws mandated segregation in public spaces and reinforc...
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