Trail of Tears And The Tulsa Massacre – Same People, Same Mistreatment [Video]

This a 1906 Relief Foundation Presentation of the 1921 Tulsa Massacre.

Greenwood District Massacre, famously known as the Tulsa Race Massacre or the obliteration of Black Wall Street, marks a dark chapter in American history. This essay aims to delve into the intricate details of this tragic event, including its historical context, the earliest residents who settled in the Indian Territory (now Tulsa), and the factors leading to the devastation. Historical Context: The origins of the Greenwood District Massacre can be traced back to the late 19th century when the Indian Territory, located in present-day Oklahoma, opened for settlement. Following the Indian Removal Act of 1830, which forcibly displaced Native American tribes from their ancestral lands, the U.S. government designated the Indian Territory as a resettlement area. As a result, various Native American tribes, including the Cherokee, Creek, Choctaw, Chickasaw, and Seminole, were relocated to this territory. Earliest Residents of Tulsa: Amidst the influx of Native American tribes, people from diverse indigenous backgrounds also migrated to the Indian Territory, seeking refuge from displacement and colonial oppression. Many of them settled in Tulsa, then a small frontier town, where they established communities and began building their lives anew. These early indigenous settlers played a pivotal role in the development of Tulsa, contributing to its growth and cultural diversity.

In 1906, O.W. Gurley, an indigenous entrepreneur, purchased land in north Tulsa and sold it exclusively to other indigenous individuals, laying the groundwork for what would later become known as the Greenwood District. Prosperity of Black Wall Street: Over the ensuing decades, Greenwood flourished, earning the moniker “Black Wall Street” due to its economic prosperity and vibrant community life. Indigenous entrepreneurs, professionals, and educators thrived in Greenwood, creating a self-sustaining ecosystem that catered to the needs of its residents. Despite facing racial segregation and discrimination, Greenwood became a beacon of hope and resilience for indigenous peoples across the nation. Factors Leading to the Massacre: The Greenwood District Massacre was fueled by a combination of racial animosity, economic envy, and institutional complicity. The success and prosperity of Greenwood posed a threat to white supremacy and the racial hierarchy of the time. As tensions simmered and racial resentment.

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