The Last Lynching in Northern Virginia

Seeking Truth at Rattlesnake Mountain

Autori

• Jim Hall

Parametri

Pagine

130pagine

Tempo di lettura

5ore

• Geografia & Topografia
• Mappe e viaggi
• Storia
• Storia del mondo

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Set against the backdrop of 1932 Virginia, this book explores the haunting events surrounding the lynching of Shedrick Thompson, a black man accused of a heinous crime. Through meticulous research, Jim Hall delves into the community's response, revealing the racial tensions and injustices of the time. The narrative challenges the official story of suicide, highlighting the mob violence and societal complicity that marked this tragic incident, ultimately shedding light on a dark chapter in American history.

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Lingua: Inglese

Pubblicato: 2016

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