America’s Hidden Legacy: Revealing the Struggles, Triumphs, and Stories You Didn’t Learn in School
Liliana Reese
This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.
America's Hidden Legacy unveils a captivating narrative that challenges the conventional wisdom we've been taught. This book uncovers the untold stories and forgotten struggles of marginalized communities, shedding light on their resilience and contributions to the nation's fabric.From the fight for civil rights to the quest for economic empowerment, this book delves into the overlooked chapters of American history, exploring the perspectives and experiences of Native Americans, African Americans, immigrants, and women. It illuminates the systemic barriers they faced and the extraordinary efforts they made to overcome them.Through meticulous research and engaging storytelling, this book provides a comprehensive account of these hidden histories. It highlights the value and benefits of recognizing and understanding the diversity of experiences that have shaped our country. By embracing the full spectrum of our past, we can create a more inclusive and equitable future.This book is an essential read for anyone seeking a deeper understanding of America's history and its impact on the present. Educators, students, and all those interested in social justice will find invaluable insights and inspiration within these pages.
Duration - 2h 57m.
Author - Liliana Reese.
Narrator - Digital Voice Matt G.
Published Date - Sunday, 05 January 2025.
Copyright - © 2025 Ramesh Bakshi ©.
Location:
United States
Description:
This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice. America's Hidden Legacy unveils a captivating narrative that challenges the conventional wisdom we've been taught. This book uncovers the untold stories and forgotten struggles of marginalized communities, shedding light on their resilience and contributions to the nation's fabric.From the fight for civil rights to the quest for economic empowerment, this book delves into the overlooked chapters of American history, exploring the perspectives and experiences of Native Americans, African Americans, immigrants, and women. It illuminates the systemic barriers they faced and the extraordinary efforts they made to overcome them.Through meticulous research and engaging storytelling, this book provides a comprehensive account of these hidden histories. It highlights the value and benefits of recognizing and understanding the diversity of experiences that have shaped our country. By embracing the full spectrum of our past, we can create a more inclusive and equitable future.This book is an essential read for anyone seeking a deeper understanding of America's history and its impact on the present. Educators, students, and all those interested in social justice will find invaluable insights and inspiration within these pages. Duration - 2h 57m. Author - Liliana Reese. Narrator - Digital Voice Matt G. Published Date - Sunday, 05 January 2025. Copyright - © 2025 Ramesh Bakshi ©.
Language:
English
Chapter 1: The Seeds of Injustice 3
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The Transatlantic Slave Trade and Its Devastating Impact 3
Duration:00:06:21
The Enslaved: A Stolen People 6
Duration:00:06:48
Chapter 2: The Fight for Freedom 11
Duration:00:00:04
The Underground Railroad: A Lifeline to Liberty 11
Duration:00:06:52
Abolitionists: Champions of Human Rights 14
Duration:00:05:21
Chapter 3: Reconstruction and Its Unfinished Promise 18
Duration:00:00:05
The Reconstruction Era: A Time of Hope and Frustration 18
Duration:00:07:09
The Compromise of 1877: Betrayal and Regression 22
Duration:00:04:56
Chapter 4: The Great Migration: Seeking Opportunities Amidst Prejudice 25
Duration:00:00:06
Economic Factors Driving Migration 25
Duration:00:04:59
The Challenges of City Life 28
Duration:00:07:37
Chapter 5: The Civil Rights Movement: A Call for Justice 32
Duration:00:00:05
The Brown v. Board of Education Case 32
Duration:00:06:22
The Montgomery Bus Boycott: Nonviolent Resistance 35
Duration:00:06:09
Chapter 6: The Black Power Movement: Embracing Self-Determination 40
Duration:00:00:06
The Rise of Black Nationalism 40
Duration:00:07:08
The Black Panthers: Challenging the System 44
Duration:00:07:29
Chapter 7: The Voting Rights Act of 1965: A Landmark Achievement 49
Duration:00:00:06
The Road to Voting Rights 49
Duration:00:06:24
The Impact of the Voting Rights Act 52
Duration:00:06:41
Chapter 8: Affirmative Action: A Contentious Issue 57
Duration:00:00:05
The Origins of Affirmative Action 57
Duration:00:05:09
Arguments for and Against 60
Duration:00:06:32
Chapter 9: Mass Incarceration: A Crisis of Injustice 64
Duration:00:00:05
The Rise of Mass Incarceration 64
Duration:00:07:40
The Racial Disparities in Incarceration Rates 68
Duration:00:05:52
Chapter 10: Economic Inequality: The Persistent Divide 72
Duration:00:00:06
The Wealth Gap between White and Black Americans 72
Duration:00:05:39
Factors Contributing to Economic Inequality 75
Duration:00:05:27
Chapter 11: Healthcare Disparities: A Matter of Life and Death 79
Duration:00:00:06
Racial Disparities in Healthcare Outcomes 79
Duration:00:05:25
The Impact of Systemic Racism on Health 82
Duration:00:05:34
Chapter 12: Education Gaps: The Struggle for Equality 86
Duration:00:00:05
The Achievement Gap between White and Black Students 86
Duration:00:07:26
Barriers to Educational Success 90
Duration:00:05:17
Chapter 13: Racial Profiling: A Tool of Discrimination 93
Duration:00:00:05
The History and Definition of Racial Profiling 93
Duration:00:09:01
The Impact of Racial Profiling on Individuals and Communities 98
Duration:00:05:45
Chapter 14: The Fight Continues: A Call for Reconciliation 102
Duration:00:00:05
The Current State of Race Relations in America 102
Duration:00:05:38
Addressing Racial Injustice: The Role of Education and Dialogue 105
Duration:00:05:21