Greenwood in Tulsa, Oklahoma earned the nickname "Black Wall Street" due to its economic success, but tragically faced destruction during the 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre.
Greenwood was often called "Black Wall Street" due to its economic success as a thriving, prosperous Black community in Tulsa, Oklahoma. The area's prominence and stability stemmed from its connection to various sectors of Tulsa's economy, providing African American prosperity compared to other Black towns. Unfortunately, the violent destruction of Greenwood during the Tulsa Race Massacre in 1921 led to the loss of countless lives, homes, and businesses.
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