I Created and read this poem to bring awareness of America's Evil...Look below for the YT video to watch...
The history of America is a complex fabric inter-woven with both triumphs, tragedies and deciet. While many are familiar with the advancements and achievements of African Americans in the face of adversity, there are unsettling truths that often go unnoticed. One such truth is the destruction of African American towns throughout the country, which have been drowned, burned down, or otherwise erased from existence.
One of the most egregious examples of this erasure is the town of Susannah in Alabama. Once a thriving community of African Americans, Susannah was drowned under the waters of a man-made lake, its history and legacy lost to the depths below. Similarly, Benson and Kowaliga in Alabama suffered a similar fate, as did McKee Island in Alabama, now submerged under Lake Martin and Lake Guntersville.
The destruction of these towns is not limited to Alabama, however. Oscarville in Georgia met a similar fate, disappearing beneath the waters of Lake Lanier. Seneca Village in New York was razed to make way for Central Park, erasing the vibrant community that once thrived there. Vanport in Oregon was another casualty, wiped off the map to make room for new development.
These are just a few examples of the many African American towns that have been lost to history, their stories untold and their legacies forgotten. The erasure of these communities is a tragic reminder of the systemic racism and discrimination that has plagued America for centuries.
It is imperative that we acknowledge and remember these lost towns, as they are a vital part of our shared history. By shining a light on these forgotten communities, we can begin to understand the full extent of the injustices that have been perpetrated against African Americans throughout our nation's history.
The Desecration of African American towns is a dark chapter in America's history that must not be forgotten. By acknowledging and honoring the legacy of these lost communities, we can work towards a more just and equitable future for all. It is only by confronting the unsettling truths of our past that we can hope to move forward and create a more inclusive society for future generations.
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