African American Social Developments: Birth of a Nation, Revival of the KKK and The Great Migration Flashcards
When did the film “Birth of A Nation” come out?
1915
What was the scale of the Birth of a Nation film?
It was popular throughout the USA
What did Wilson do with the Birth of a Nation film?
He showed it at the White House
What did Wilson say about the film?
He said it was like “History written with lightning”
What was shown at the end of the film which connected it to Wilson?
It showed a quote from a book that Wilson had written in 1902
What did the film cause to happen within American society?
The KKK was revived
What was the subject of the film?
It made the KKK look like heroes and saviors of America
Who revived the KKK?
William Simmons
When was the KKK revived?
1915
Why was the KKK revived?
Due to the film “Birth of a Nation”
What was the new focus of the KKK as well as continuing to oppose African Americans?
They would also oppose immigrants
How long did the KKK last when it was revived in 1915?
Over 10 years
What percentage of African Americans lived in The South by 1910?
90%
What percentage of African Americans owned land in 1910?
25%
