vus.8c. jim crow was an attempt to demonstrate the perceived inferiority of the black race at this...
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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.