It preserves the site of Allensworth, a town founded in 1908 by Colonel Allen Allensworth and a group of African Americans. The town was established as a self-sufficient, all-Black community, promoting the values of self-help and self-determination. The park features restored buildings from the town, including homes, a schoolhouse, a church, and a library. It serves as a historical and educational resource, highlighting the contributions and resilience of African Americans in California's history.
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🔍 Explore the remarkable journey of Colonel Allensworth, from his early beginnings to becoming the first African American to achieve the rank of lieutenant colonel in the United States Army.
🌟 Discover how Colonel Allensworth's dedication and perseverance paved the way for the establishment of Allensworth, California, the only town in the state founded, financed, and governed by African Americans.
📜 Learn about his enduring impact on civil rights and education, advocating fiercely for equality and opportunities for African Americans in the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
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20 июн 2024
