American History: From Emancipation to the Present - Lecture 1 - Dawn of Freedom
Offered By: Yale University via YouTube
Course Description
Overview
Explore the first lecture of Yale University's course on American History from Emancipation to the Present. Delve into key concepts of African American history as a lens to understand American identity, citizenship, and freedom. Examine powerful examples like Frederick Douglass' 1852 speech and the story of John Jack. Investigate the post-emancipation African American experience, including political struggles, social protests, and cultural celebrations. Discover how this history remains relevant today through its political and cultural symbols. Note that this 35-minute lecture contains graphic content and adult language that some viewers may find disturbing.
Syllabus
- Chapter 1. Frederick Douglass' Speech, Delivered to Abolitionist Friends in 1852.
- Chapter 2. What does it mean to be American?.
- Chapter 3. The Story of John Jack.
- Chapter 4. The Linkage between Freedom and Citizenship.
- Chapter 5. The History of the Post-Emancipation African American Experience.
- Chapter 6. Local Events in History.
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