The History of the South's Forbidden Black Burials

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  • Опубліковано 16 гру 2024

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  • @pbsvoices
    @pbsvoices  Рік тому +91

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    • @teamextras4life270
      @teamextras4life270 Рік тому

      I WILL NEVER SUPPORT "black lives matter" I never seen Them in THE BLACK COMMUNITY AIN'T NO DIFFERENT Than NAACP,Black Caucus and other so called Black Organization's just like puppet president Obama/ONLY THE BRAINWASHED America BLACK COMMUNITY Don't Realize NO MATTER HOW MUCH BLACK COMMUNITY ACCOMPLISH THE BLACK COMMUNITY WILL NEVER EVER BE EQUAL TO WHITE America and That's FACT'S even in 2023,How many year's after SLAVERY/AFRICA would better off if AFRICA TRIBES didn't sell "SLAVES" to the European's royal families/But Greedy AFRICA TRIBES sold their Prisoner's of War💪🏾🤯💯

    • @teamextras4life270
      @teamextras4life270 Рік тому

      ONLY THE BRAINWASHED America BLACK COMMUNITY Don't Realize NO MATTER HOW MUCH BLACK COMMUNITY ACCOMPLISH THE BLACK COMMUNITY WILL NEVER EVER BE EQUAL TO WHITE America and That's FACT'S even in 2023,How many year's after SLAVERY💪🏾😎💯

    • @Juanduhhh456
      @Juanduhhh456 Рік тому +4

      Please keep them coming!!!❤

    • @justmejenny7986
      @justmejenny7986 Рік тому +2

      I enjoyed this very much. I subscribed.

    • @career5690
      @career5690 Рік тому

      🇭🇹

  • @rozchristopherson648
    @rozchristopherson648 Рік тому +1040

    I’m 61. My father (born 1920) grew up on a farm in Georgia. Every year when I was a kid, my mom and I went with him during the summer to visit his family back in Georgia. One day, my father and I went for a long walk in a kind of forest just outside his hometown. As I was walking my foot went completely down into a hole. My father ran over to me to help me out of the hole. He told me that we were walking through an old burial ground where slaves were buried. There was no real indication that this was a place of burial except for a few old weathered pieces of wood stuck in the ground as markers. Many enslaved people were just put into the ground without even a coffin. Weeds had grown up all around. Now I understand. These people were not even given the dignity of being able to assemble and bury their dead properly. Thank you for this video.

    • @bevnedd8746
      @bevnedd8746 Рік тому +67

      Whatever that is happening to Causcians now, they deserve it. RIP my ancestors it is because of your suffering and
      pain why I'm here today, I honour you, I respect you.

    • @relaxationstation7374
      @relaxationstation7374 Рік тому +21

      I lived in rural Iowa for decades and South American Industrial Slave Migrants are being buried this way in North America until this very day!

    • @JohnDoe-ks3mh
      @JohnDoe-ks3mh Рік тому +22

      Whew your comment gave me chills

    • @Tardisntimbits
      @Tardisntimbits Рік тому +44

      That is so haunting...I offer my sincere apologies, and respect for your pain. It brings to mind the Indigenous children's graves being found up here in Canada near the residential schools, and it hurts my heart to think of what agony my forebearers wrought.

    • @rozchristopherson648
      @rozchristopherson648 Рік тому +6

      @@Tardisntimbits Thank you so much. God bless.

  • @stanleyglover5534
    @stanleyglover5534 Рік тому +281

    They have deployed every weapon in their arsenal at us and we have survived and thriving. They are in awe of our incredible resilience 😮😢.

    • @ewno1566
      @ewno1566 Рік тому +4

      @@darlahays2471 well don’t you have time today? Good to know nothing has changed!

    • @QEsposito510
      @QEsposito510 Рік тому +6

      “They are in awe” black delusion is alive and well. See: we wuz kaaaangz!!!

    • @alienvomitsex
      @alienvomitsex Рік тому +6

      Truer words haven't been spoken.

    • @JamesCM86
      @JamesCM86 Рік тому +13

      Literally tried to exterminate, and have failed at every turn. The years of brutal savagery will come back to bite

    • @JamesCM86
      @JamesCM86 Рік тому +11

      @@QEsposito510 is obsessed a more suitable word? I mean the savages seem to have nothing better to do

  • @MignonneC
    @MignonneC Рік тому +353

    As a child, I would often play around the trees behind my grandma's house in Faranah (Guinea, West Africa). Each tree represented an ancestor buried there decades or centuries ago. I ate the fruits (guava, avocado, mango...) and was grateful to know that my ancestors were with me by my mere existence and through the vegetation growing around us. To learn that the ancestors that were forced to cross over did the same there brings up different feelings : joy, belonging, pain, gratitude, pride and so much more!
    These verses of a David Diop poem come to mind :
    Ils sont dans les Herbes qui pleurent,
    Ils sont dans le Rocher qui geint,
    Ils sont dans la Forêt, ils sont dans la Demeure,
    Les Morts ne sont pas morts.

    • @huldahsroots
      @huldahsroots Рік тому +23

      This is truly beautiful. The traditions continued from Africa to America.

    • @brentonwebb5097
      @brentonwebb5097 Рік тому +7

      @@huldahsroots lots of traditions but they forgot to teach that in the school system

    • @brentonwebb5097
      @brentonwebb5097 Рік тому +15

      I always tell my family to bury me withtout a casket and plant palm trees over me, the trees use us a fertilizer and will be here for 100s of years later

    • @vividesiles3763
      @vividesiles3763 Рік тому +4

      C'est vraiment beau🌺

    • @nancyjames7013
      @nancyjames7013 Рік тому +21

      Oh my! This strikes a cord with me. I was visiting with my great aunt in Oklahoma. She lived in her house until she was 100 and passed at 103. Anyway, when I got to her house, she was in the backyard standing in the middle of a circle of plants. She told me that she put a plant in the ground there for everyone who died. She pointed out a few, and named who the plant was for. And that is where she went to talk to our people who crossed over.

  • @Qu33n
    @Qu33n Рік тому +238

    I do hope Tank becomes the host for this series and it goes on for seasons!
    This was a beautiful, educational history of Black Southern tradition! Done with such care and love.

    • @JesuszillaCorp
      @JesuszillaCorp Рік тому +7

      Great voice whether its melody or fact serving always a welcome addition

  • @inviernum4201
    @inviernum4201 Рік тому +407

    I feel blessed to have listened to such an incredible story of love and dignity as told by an amazing artist. Thank you PBS for introducing me to the wonder that is Tarriona Ball.

    • @rheeryder2524
      @rheeryder2524 Рік тому +14

      Assuming you've seen her on NPR's Tiny Desk Concert Series.
      You're welcome. 😁

    • @bbills4186
      @bbills4186 Рік тому +1

      Check out her music as well. You will not be disappointed.

  • @coceaux
    @coceaux Рік тому +57

    This is beautiful. My 3x great grandfather was the only embalmer and mortician in our small town of Natchitoches. To this day, a house that was used as a funeral
    Home is still in our family. I honor his memory and service. Ibayé Ephram Pelham

  • @SoundFieldPBS
    @SoundFieldPBS Рік тому +213

    This first episode is already so awesome, can't wait for more Ritual. Also Tank is the coolest

    • @brookesmith6998
      @brookesmith6998 Рік тому +7

      Came from Soundfield's Community post! Thank you for informing me of this interesting new series. And Tank is the host!?

  • @huldahsroots
    @huldahsroots Рік тому +87

    Truly beautiful! I love our culture and traditions. When Harriet Tubman died a tree was planted by her grave and it's still there, very big tree. As a people we need to take care of our burial sites more and keep up the tradition so we never forget our roots.

  • @WavesByWayne
    @WavesByWayne Рік тому +163

    Tank just continuing to carve her path of greatness. So glad the City is continuing to embrace her as one of its faces!!!

  • @Lioness1499
    @Lioness1499 Рік тому +278

    Born and raised in Louisiana. I know all of my family history dating back to slavery. As a child I grew up cleaning the family grave yard. I use to be scared at night afterwards.

    • @rheeryder2524
      @rheeryder2524 Рік тому +3

      😂😂😂😁😁😁

    • @anna-mariadavis5914
      @anna-mariadavis5914 Рік тому +28

      @@rheeryder2524what’s funny

    • @monta247
      @monta247 Рік тому +10

      Many don't know .that we know our lineage our history it is written in minds and soul of the very select

    • @PapaVamp
      @PapaVamp Рік тому +24

      If anything you were probably the safest one in the house lmao, you were honoring your ancestors by taking care of their resting place

    • @wednesdayschildfullofwoe
      @wednesdayschildfullofwoe Рік тому +6

      ​@@monta247 Our family's history is also on "paper". You just have to know where to look and how to research. Technology is making it much more possible.

  • @to348
    @to348 Рік тому +98

    When I attended my father-in-law’s funeral in Nigeria, I immediately knew where some of Louisiana’s funeral celebrations originated from.

    • @gamuiceyt01
      @gamuiceyt01 Рік тому +18

      African funerals are a celebration of life

  • @c.t.murray3632
    @c.t.murray3632 Рік тому +71

    Thank you for great history of Louisiana. The African-American strength is always been needed, never should have been exploited.

  • @masonboy101
    @masonboy101 Рік тому +23

    The young lady conducting this is so warm so beautiful her spirit is amazing i noticed how the gentleman held her hand when they walked off her spirit would of made me feel that comfortable as well in all respect. May she continue to flourish. Good Job PBS.

  • @robertdemitro1520
    @robertdemitro1520 Рік тому +36

    This video was a bitter , sweet thing to watch . The cruelty that black slaves experienced , their right to a dignified funeral and traditions banned was hurtful to watch . But they were able to rise and through a community spirit and the church they had worth in death . The cemetary is so well looked after and I hope that future generations continue to care for their dead with Pride and tradition . Ms. Ball did an excellent job of educating anyone watching her video of the struggles and victories people of colour have had in the South .

  • @AboveTheNoise
    @AboveTheNoise Рік тому +93

    This is beautifully produced, written, filmed, and edited. Love to see the light shine on these stories and the ancestors. SO excited to see more from Ritual!

  • @jasont.333
    @jasont.333 Рік тому +22

    Mourning customs and burial rites of different cultures and peoples have always captivated me. You can learn a lot about a group of people by the way that they care for their dead. Honoring your ancestors is one of the most beautiful and sacred aspects of human history. Such a beautifully, diverse and vibrant time we live in. Thank you for this fascinating video.

  • @tynee2310
    @tynee2310 Рік тому +15

    This was everything. You took me to the burial grounds to visit the ancestors, gave me a nice history lesson, and you took me to church!!! Not to mention the fabulous hairstyle. Thanks so much for sharing this!!!

  • @wanir
    @wanir Рік тому +57

    Magnificent, absolutely marvelous 🙏🏽 I'm from New Orleans, and I've tried to research my own family history. I do know that my paternal grandmother's family is from Vacherie, La. But I only know my grandfather's name ( LeBant) sir name. What you are doing is phenomenal ✨️ giving the knowledge of our ancestors is so powerful. Thank you Queen

  • @badazz632
    @badazz632 Рік тому +52

    I LOOOVVVVEEEE my black people!!! ✊🏾✊🏿✊🏽🖤💚❤️

  • @domojackson-grant
    @domojackson-grant Рік тому +22

    This was sooo good! Please continue. When the pastor sung, "I am on the battlefield for my Lord " that is a staple in black churches ....that brought chills over my body and tears to my eyes because we used to sing that song as well and understanding is everything! This is also relevant to the times we are currently in....

  • @realniqqa101
    @realniqqa101 Рік тому +25

    Thank you Tank for taking the time to highlight rituals African Americans do. It makes me proud of my heritage and hopefully more informed.

  • @madamesativa1319
    @madamesativa1319 Рік тому +28

    So I was completely unaware of the tradition of planting a tree, but my burial plans are always been to be taken to New Orleans and be buried under ginkgo biloba tree, and I think that my ancestors have placed that want on my soul.

  • @carlasmith5165
    @carlasmith5165 Рік тому +80

    Southern black folk and funerals is an event. My family is from Louisiana so our funerals are like a party. A true homecoming. The benevolence committee in my youth was serious. Now no so much with all these young folk passing. When anyone over 60 passes it’s something.

    • @gogoldiego
      @gogoldiego Рік тому +2

      Yeeesssssss

    • @dsims9346
      @dsims9346 Рік тому +2

      Growing up, my grandmother was the Head of Benevolence and when some one died, my grandmother gave me and my cousins the notebook and the bag (it was a Northwestern Bank Bag🤔🤔👀), and we went door to door in our neighborhood taking up money for flowers for the funeral and if we collected a lot of money, say $40.00 (which was a lot back then), the remaining money after flowers were paid for, was given to the head of the deceased's family. On top of that, my grandmother called certain people to tell them how much of a certain dish to cook for the repast. (Only 4/5 people cooked all that food and she was one of them!!.... that's where

    • @jazmynbrown6820
      @jazmynbrown6820 Рік тому +2

      If you think about it, it really is a homecoming. You’re going home to God, which is better than this life here on earth.

    • @49ersfoldem
      @49ersfoldem Рік тому

      I know that’s right

  • @rubylioness727
    @rubylioness727 Рік тому +4

    Heyyy Tarriona “Tank” Ball! Big fan! I really appreciate seeing you teach and share Black Louisiana history and traditions 🙏🏽

  • @gurlwhowants2dj
    @gurlwhowants2dj Рік тому +28

    She was so perfect for this. She made my spirit happy ❤️

  • @gromit0299
    @gromit0299 Рік тому +8

    I love her! Her voice is simply amazing and she has this beautiful vibe. ❤ Tank and the Bangas are one of my favorites.

  • @gloriaellis4360
    @gloriaellis4360 Рік тому +71

    This is so educational and inspirational!Well done Tank!!!

  • @tankandthebangas
    @tankandthebangas Рік тому +12

    So proud of Tank!!

  • @lorinealy9614
    @lorinealy9614 Рік тому +42

    Thank you for this delightful story. Members of the diaspora must control our own narratives. Tank, well done! As an aside, I no longer refer to the places where my ancestors were held as plantations. They were forced labor camps. The fact that some are being used to hold parties and weddings is a disgrace.

    • @keivajones1865
      @keivajones1865 Рік тому +4

      And we were human transported or human trafficked

    • @monember2722
      @monember2722 Рік тому

      Time has to move on and things and places repurposed.

    • @jinx526
      @jinx526 Рік тому +3

      ​@@monember2722 🤡🤡🤡

    • @Naenatify
      @Naenatify Рік тому

      ​​@Mon Ember spoken like a true whyte

    • @cinemeleon2808
      @cinemeleon2808 Рік тому

      @@monember2722 Good thing those confederate civil war statues are being snatched down for the sake of repurposing, in that case.

  • @afrolofi
    @afrolofi Рік тому +1

    Thank you PBS!

  • @shonah7445
    @shonah7445 Рік тому +7

    Hymns help regardless off the situation. Sometimes my mom and I just sing them just cause. they bring comfort to us.

  • @bwolff7364
    @bwolff7364 Рік тому +2

    Thank you thank you thank you for this. I think it is important and revolutionary concept to this day, to remind ourselves as worthy/valuable outside our labor

  • @morganboutwell8231
    @morganboutwell8231 Рік тому +4

    Couldn’t have picked a better mc than Tank! Thank you for putting this out. We need more

  • @Readera
    @Readera Рік тому +34

    This video was lovely. It brought both tears to my eyes and a smile to my face. I look forward to the rest in the series. 💙❤️

  • @Them_kids_momma
    @Them_kids_momma Рік тому +1

    I freaking love that Tank host this show!!!!!! I was so excited when I realized it in the Hoodoo video!

  • @katrinawall7566
    @katrinawall7566 Рік тому +10

    Being denied rights period. Still trying to get rights until this day. This is so nice to respect the dead. To commemorate the history of the dead .

  • @Jon_East
    @Jon_East Рік тому +30

    This is such a lovely video. Extremely excited to see more of this series!!

  • @Renould2010
    @Renould2010 Рік тому +14

    Gorgeous words, 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👑❤️😍., Beautiful Tradition, I Am Haitian and, Love the History of New Orleans.

    • @averylwhite
      @averylwhite Рік тому +2

      Our next episode is about Soup Joumou and the Haitian revolution. It comes out Tuesday 3/14!

  • @movingear23
    @movingear23 Рік тому +8

    Tank, Holly Devon & the entire crew. This was wholesome. I felt the positivity in my soul. You touched my spirit. Thank you. God bless you.

  • @lOwlEyesl
    @lOwlEyesl Рік тому +1

    Ms. Ball is amazing. Love her passion! This series is wonderful!

  • @lidetb8125
    @lidetb8125 Рік тому +18

    I found this video with perfect timing- a history that I have been actively researching in my studies, told by an artist that I truly respect. Great story- looking forward to more from this series

  • @thaphoenix8433
    @thaphoenix8433 Рік тому +1

    Omg I love this series wish each episode was a little longer, but still amazing and powerful

  • @tanzoniaflakes5068
    @tanzoniaflakes5068 Рік тому +1

    This is so beautiful. I grew up down the street from the Black cemetery in Westlake Louisiana. This show just hits so different to me. Especially the planting the tree for the marker. It just brings tears to my eyes.

  • @rosiehoskins
    @rosiehoskins Рік тому +1

    Ms. Tank's voice is so calming and soothing. I could listen to her voice all day, not to mention her amazing beauty ❤.

  • @ivyteacherwilson
    @ivyteacherwilson Рік тому +8

    Beautifully represented lesson about the dignity we maintained as a People, during the harshest of times in our country, in my home-state of Louisiana ❤️⚜️😊 Great vid! Thank you💯

  • @LianneHutcheson
    @LianneHutcheson Рік тому +1

    I love this series! The discussion about the planting of trees instead of headstones…I am a weepy mess. Thank you PBS and Tank and the crew ❤️

  • @kategaringer789
    @kategaringer789 Рік тому +4

    I'm a simple woman: I see Tank and I click! Thank you for sharing this history with us

  • @Luciano19309
    @Luciano19309 Рік тому +5

    I love tank they picked the right lady to do this. Ahhh we are so beautiful &’ the stories &’ history is amazing.

  • @tiaford1796
    @tiaford1796 Рік тому +4

    When you know who you are, blessed is your light.

  • @pecanthickness8785
    @pecanthickness8785 Рік тому +8

    This was needed. I definitely feel a little lost as far as my family ancestors burial resting places. I know most but something still feel missing

  • @rosevinet873
    @rosevinet873 Рік тому +2

    Thank you so much for putting the spotlight on my culture🎉

  • @the16thLeVel
    @the16thLeVel Рік тому +6

    Beautiful Black Culture!

  • @morethanamess1980
    @morethanamess1980 Рік тому +2

    Instant subscribe just from this episode

  • @pinkoctober4113
    @pinkoctober4113 Рік тому +6

    Wow, I'm pleasantly surprised to see her! She is with a group called TANK AND THE BANGAS!! Yall need to check them out! Awesome group!! ❤

  • @pinkofperfection456
    @pinkofperfection456 Рік тому +6

    More Tank Ball content, please!

  • @LauraVogel731
    @LauraVogel731 Рік тому +4

    This is beautiful - thank you for your work!

  • @smileygates7315
    @smileygates7315 Рік тому +2

    I think Tank Ball has one of the most Beautifulest voices I have ever heard ❤️

  • @ladtmafanikio5391
    @ladtmafanikio5391 Рік тому +11

    This is beautiful, and I cannot think of a better person to narrate than Ms Tank. She is gorgeous and has an amazing singing and speaking voice. Powerful!

  • @ElementalWildfire
    @ElementalWildfire Рік тому +27

    Great episode, great look. Tank is awesome! Also the history of Benevolent Societies as mutual aid organizations is so interesting.

  • @Insertusernamehere2248
    @Insertusernamehere2248 Рік тому +2

    Oh my gosh. That hair is a work of art. Stunning

  • @queenmama9229
    @queenmama9229 Рік тому +1

    Amazing!!!! Thank uuuuu for sharing my sis❤

  • @jasalex18
    @jasalex18 Рік тому +1

    This is exactly what I needed this good Sunday morning!!! I sure miss my grandmother!!!

  • @lucky1365
    @lucky1365 Рік тому +1

    Love this! You are a natural Tank! Been following you since the Tiny Desk. Great to see your other work! I’ve always been fascinated with cemeteries. There is so much history there. The cemeteries here in DC are definitely no exception, especially for our folks.

  • @JustFluffyQuiltingYarnCrafts
    @JustFluffyQuiltingYarnCrafts Рік тому +5

    This was lovely. Thank you. ❤

  • @Njoofene
    @Njoofene Рік тому +2

    Jeremy is absolutely amazing. I really enjoy this.

  • @user-zv2ll3ds6r
    @user-zv2ll3ds6r Рік тому +5

    Man, Tank is singing even when she's speaking. Love that voice. And thank you, PBS, for this lesson🙌🏾

  • @MalyunAndTheSapphire
    @MalyunAndTheSapphire Рік тому +3

    The narrator is awesome. The way she speaks is magical and lovely. I must have more videos narrated by her.

  • @conniehanses
    @conniehanses Рік тому +1

    At 59, I'm Still Learning! Thank for this video. You're right Roz...

  • @celestialchaoscustomsoaps2653
    @celestialchaoscustomsoaps2653 Рік тому +5

    A very wonderful human named Hollise Murphy passed not long ago and he was given a amazing send off in his hometown of NOLA. The crowd was huge and full of music. I know he was right there in appreciation in everyone celebrating his life.
    I know he's with the jazz greats in the afterlife making amazing music. Much🖤from tx🤘🏻🤘🏾🤘🏼🤘🏿.

  • @420Tigr
    @420Tigr 4 дні тому

    what a great episode , I was so emotional, this was such a wonderful watch, thank you

  • @pholland9776
    @pholland9776 Рік тому +2

    OMG I loved this! I recognized almost each spot you went to. I'm surprised Pastor Davis didn't sing, I come from a po' family. Didn't have much, but the Lod's been good to me!! I am now a subscriber!! Love, love, love it!!

  • @wildcatste
    @wildcatste Рік тому +1

    Thank you PBS for this - I learned a lot about these beautiful traditions and I’m looking forward to more

  • @EchoJ
    @EchoJ Рік тому +2

    Okay, PBS Voices, I see you! ❤😊
    I love the philosophy of the Benevolent Society and wish this ideology could be revived and spread in today’s climate. As a people, we accomplish such wonders when we do it together.✊🏾

  • @HiNinqi
    @HiNinqi Рік тому +4

    I clicked to sprear appreciation for her beautiful hairstyles! But this documentary is also exemplary of quality storytelling and history preservation.

  • @lindac6416
    @lindac6416 Рік тому +30

    This is horrible you guys couldn’t even bury your dead without being punished ! I’m surprised you are so kind 2 us after this ! We don’t deserve you .

    • @nevamontford4914
      @nevamontford4914 Рік тому +9

      Wait til eyes are opened to the realization of who is the apple of The Most High's eyes. This is why He said vengeance belongs to Him because there will be a lot to answer for.

    • @JamesCM86
      @JamesCM86 Рік тому +6

      The day is coming Linda.

    • @Naenatify
      @Naenatify Рік тому

      Some of us aren't that nice...be sure to tell a Karen 🤎🖤

  • @ashleyhw4388
    @ashleyhw4388 Рік тому +3

    Beautifully done. Tarriona did a phenomenal job.

  • @nadirahcroom1938
    @nadirahcroom1938 Рік тому +3

    I love Tank and the Bangaz!!!! Thanks for this.

  • @jamesherron2449
    @jamesherron2449 Рік тому +15

    Great video -- can't wait to see more from these filmmakers

  • @lilbaby7149
    @lilbaby7149 Рік тому +1

    yall bet not neva end this show. i want endless spinoffs with this same host. we want to see her into old age blossoming and spreading more KNOWLEDGE on our history period!!!

  • @missmilan333
    @missmilan333 Рік тому +1

    I'm just here to say Miss Tank is absolutely adorable with a beautiful presence, penetrating questions, and thoughtful responses, and I'd love to see more of her. Also that hair...... MAGNIFICENT!

  • @devenchambers8003
    @devenchambers8003 Рік тому +1

    This was great. Thank you Tank and PBS.

  • @NaomiBatman
    @NaomiBatman Рік тому +14

    🥺. just wow. great content. great production. 👍🏽

  • @terriseaton3049
    @terriseaton3049 Рік тому +1

    Narrator has a soothing & lovely voice.

  • @gerrihobdy6546
    @gerrihobdy6546 Рік тому

    So good to see Joy’s interview with Tank. Hope we continue to receive this gift.

  • @TheJoaniejoancansew
    @TheJoaniejoancansew Рік тому +2

    A great documentary. I learned so much. Thank you PBS

  • @sistacbell
    @sistacbell Рік тому +3

    So encouraging. I love history.

  • @nrs525
    @nrs525 Рік тому +1

    This blessed me so much! Thank you for creating and producing this amazing show

  • @mlandry491
    @mlandry491 Рік тому +3

    this was a very interesting and inspiring video. tank is such a warm& lovely local treasure♡ thank you for making a point to teach about the culture that has been hidden from me and mine. i appreciate these lessons especially at a time when so many are trying to rewrite history. its good to have someone keeping it real for us. much love; )

  • @jenethompsonart
    @jenethompsonart Рік тому +2

    I love everything about this! A very well put together presentation!

  • @latashaspivey1152
    @latashaspivey1152 Рік тому +6

    This is Absolutely needed! Like when he said we care for the sick and bury the dead and celebrate. Let's uplift that more. Not, killing the living and their sorrowed families have to bury them.

  • @colinleat8309
    @colinleat8309 Рік тому

    Beautiful ❤️. Thanks for your channel 🤘😎🖖🇨🇦🕊️

  • @Tardisntimbits
    @Tardisntimbits Рік тому +3

    This was lovely, and heartbreaking to watch. I hope many more people watch this to open their eyes, minds, and hearts to the black community. Your culture flourished and remained beautiful in spite of the trials and tribulations your people suffered, and I feel honoured to see a small slice of that through this video.

  • @adrianbourceanu9145
    @adrianbourceanu9145 Рік тому +14

    Awesome video! I'm always glad to learn more about Black history in the US.

  • @Itsbritt_22
    @Itsbritt_22 Рік тому +1

    I love the host’s hair ❤️😍 Such an interesting video. Thank you for the information

  • @Iconicculturetv
    @Iconicculturetv Рік тому +11

    That was wonderful. Tank is so amazing.

  • @lovelee8260
    @lovelee8260 Рік тому +2

    This is so Powerful...... thank you

  • @The_Preauxteauxtype
    @The_Preauxteauxtype Рік тому +4

    Excellent job Tank!!

  • @flydiscovery
    @flydiscovery Рік тому +11

    I really enjoyed this video. It's informative and deeply personal. Very well done.

  • @toriladybird511
    @toriladybird511 Рік тому +3

    As the mother of a child who on her fathers side has slave decendants as ancestors. I shall be showing her this series.
    It's wonderful to see this story.
    It broke my heart to see the disrespect shown to the slaves who died.
    This is educating me on the horrors of the past and the beauty people can create from it.

    England UK