Lynching in North Carolina: A History, 1865-1941
Vann R. Newkirk's 'Lynching in North Carolina: A History, 1865-1941' delves into the widespread racial violence that plagued the state from the Civil War's end to the mid-20th century. It examines the events, motivations, and enduring effects of lynchings, offering a vital perspective on America's struggle with racial terror and injustice.
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Lynching in North Carolina: A History, 1865-1941 offers a detailed examination of a grim chapter in American history. Authored by Vann R. Newkirk, the book traces the occurrences of lynching across the state over more than seven decades.
The narrative covers the period from the end of the Civil War through the early 20th century, highlighting the social, political, and racial dynamics that fueled these acts of violence.
Through historical analysis, the work provides insight into the patterns and consequences of lynching, reflecting broader national issues of racial injustice during Reconstruction and beyond.
Newkirk's research draws on archival sources to document specific incidents and their contexts, contributing to the understanding of this violent legacy in North Carolina.
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