how do you think slavery influenced the evolution of both black and white america today?
is there any websites that might help me with this question?
As I was starting to answer your question, I had a conversation with BobPursley. He has summed this answer up better than I could. With his permission, I've copying an edited version of our conversation.
"BobPursley: In the South, what is seen as traits of (blacks) are really things learned in slavery....shuffling, avoiding eye contact, avoiding controversy, not speaking out, or if they do speak out, they are disrespectufl.
BobPursley [4:28 PM]: all learned culture.
BobPursley [4:29 PM]: The South was really repressed during the after war years, and a culture came about to keep it as is till the south can rise again. That, and Jim Crow thinking, kept it steady for years.
BobPursley [4:30 PM]: and national politics liked the status quo
BobPursley [4:30 PM]: IMO
BobPursley [4:34 PM]: It persists here in language. In the deep south, it probably persists in social circles, housing, etc.
BobPursley [4:36 PM]: I had parents cuss me in Mississippi for favoring "n-----"...I havent forgot those comments. I had really good black kids, and some whites were resentful of their achievemetns.
BobPursley [4:36 PM]: and said so.
I really don't think slavery did so much as influencing, as did the social structure in reconstruction influenced the evolution of today.
BobPursley [4:39 PM]: My opinion.
MsSue3412 [4:32 PM]: Yep. It sure continued into the 60s. Do you still see remnants of it now?
BobPursley [4:33 PM]: Yes, in language. and in innuendo.
BobPursley [4:33 PM]: I see it here in language much more than in behaviour.
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MsSue3412 [4:34 PM]: Oh. Maybe I'm sheltered -- but I haven't seen any of that for years.
BobPursley [4:34 PM]: It persists here in language. In the deep south, it probably persists in social circles, housing, etc.
BobPursley [4:39 PM]: I really don't think slavery did so much as influencing, as did the social structure in reconstruction influenced the evolution of today."
These sites have some additional information.
http://library.thinkquest.org/26477/usa3.htm
http://www.common-place.org/vol-01/no-04/slavery/sutton.shtml
http://www.faqs.org/nutrition/A-Ap/African-Americans-Diet-of.html
Slavery had a profound and lasting impact on both Black and White America. To understand the influence it had on the evolution of these societies, it is important to explore the historical and social context.
During the era of slavery, the hierarchical structure of society was based on race, with Whites holding power and authority while Blacks were enslaved and oppressed. This unequal power dynamic shaped the attitudes, values, and behavior of both Blacks and Whites in various ways.
For White Americans, the legacy of slavery can be seen in the persistence of systemic racism and discriminatory practices. Slavery implanted the idea of racial superiority among Whites, which continued to manifest in laws, policies, and institutions long after its abolition. The exclusionary practices of Jim Crow, segregation, and systemic racism have had lasting effects on White attitudes, perpetuating stereotypes and prejudices that still exist today.
For Black Americans, the experience of slavery has had a profound impact on their culture, identity, and socio-economic status. Slavery stripped enslaved Africans of their rights, dignity, and heritage, subjecting them to dehumanizing conditions and violence. The trauma and generational inheritance of this oppression are deeply ingrained in the Black community, leading to social, economic, and educational disparities that exist to this day.
In terms of specific ways slavery influenced the evolution of both Black and White America, it is essential to consider post-slavery developments such as Reconstruction, Jim Crow laws, and the Civil Rights Movement. The social and political changes during these periods shaped the ongoing struggle for racial equality and justice.
To further explore this topic, you can visit the following websites:
1. "Race Relations in the South from Reconstruction to the Civil Rights Movement" - This article provides an overview of the social and political climate in the South during these periods: http://library.thinkquest.org/26477/usa3.htm
2. "Slavery and Freedom in America" - This essay delves into the long-term impact of slavery on American society: http://www.common-place.org/vol-01/no-04/slavery/sutton.shtml
3. "African Americans - Diet and Health" - This resource explores the dietary and health aspects of African Americans both during and after slavery: http://www.faqs.org/nutrition/A-Ap/African-Americans-Diet-of.html
These sources should provide you with a deeper understanding of how slavery influenced the evolution of both Black and White America.