The Summer of 1919
The Red Summer
Turning Points in History, 2024
Image Courtesy of the Library of Congress
The Great Migration was one of the largest movements of people throughout American history. This exodus from South to North was fueled by many factors, including the Red Summer.
"African American Migration 1915 - 1970", Courtesy of Pearson Education
The Spread of Disease
"African American refugees vaccinated for typhoid" Courtesy of Everett Historical
Throughout the exodus, many African-Americans were exposed to disease due to harsh weather and environmental conditions.
"Serious Accusation by Southern Mayor", Courtesy of The Monitor
"South Unable to Put Stop to Negro Exodus", Courtesy of the Washington Times
"The Charge.", Courtesy of the Denver Star
Letter of a Negro Migrant, Courtesy of the Journal of Negro History
Letter of a Negro Migrant, Courtesy of the Journal of Negro History
Riot at the Sojourner Truth Homes, Courtesy of Arthur Siegel
New African-American tenants also received much racial discrimination, as citizens of other races fought against their settlement.
Jacob Lawrence and the Migration Series
Panels 3, 35, and 40 From Jacob Lawrence's Migration Series, Courtesy of The Phillips Collection
The Migration Series, created by Jacob Lawrence depicted the lasting social, political, and cultural impacts of the Great Migration. It is used to educate individuals on the Great Migration.
Jacob Lawrence, Courtesy of Smithsonian Art Museum
