Modern Industrialism and the Negroes of the United States by Archibald Henry Grimké

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Author Grimké, Archibald Henry, 1849-1930
LoC No. 09035097
Title Modern Industrialism and the Negroes of the United States
The American Negro Academy, Occasional Papers No. 12
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Summary "Modern Industrialism and the Negroes of the United States" by Archibald Henry Grimké is a scholarly publication written in the early 20th century. The book addresses the complex relationship between industrialism and the African American population in the United States, examining the socio-economic implications of industrial progress for the Negro community and assessing their role within the broader context of American industry. In this insightful discourse, Grimké explores the historical roots of modern industrialism and its impact on African Americans, starting from the era of slavery through the post-Civil War period. He argues that the evolution of industrialism shaped not only the economic landscape but also the social and political dynamics between the North and South, leading to profound changes in the conditions of labor and citizenship for the Negro population. Grimké contends that the industrial revolution provided both challenges and opportunities for African Americans, ultimately suggesting that true progress can only be achieved through education and the equal treatment of the Negro as a vital labor force in a competitive industrial economy. The work serves as an exploration of dignity, potential, and the imperative for social reform in American society. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class E151: History: America: United States
Subject Working class -- United States
Subject African Americans -- Economic conditions
Subject African Americans -- Employment
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EBook-No. 31330
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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