Black Man. . . This game is played by six or more youngsters, two of whom are “black men.” The others have two safety bases, on which they cannot be caught. If they run between the bases, however, they can be caught and then they too become “black men.” The “black man” must pat each captive three times on the back. The first two players caught are the “black men” for the next game. Old racist game.
Thank you for your comment and for bringing this to our attention. We understand that some aspects of history can be difficult to discuss due to their racist implications. At the time the game was popular, societal norms were very different, and many cultural elements we find unacceptable today were prevalent. We strive to present history as it was, including its uncomfortable truths, to encourage reflection and learning. We acknowledge the racist history associated with the game, and our goal is to foster discussions that help us understand the past and shape a more inclusive future. We appreciate your engagement and welcome any further questions or thoughts you might have.
Black Man. . . This game is played by six or more youngsters, two of whom are “black men.” The others have two safety bases, on which they cannot be caught. If they run between the bases, however, they can be caught and then they too become “black men.” The “black man” must pat each captive three times on the back. The first two players caught are the “black men” for the next game. Old racist game.
Thank you for your comment and for bringing this to our attention. We understand that some aspects of history can be difficult to discuss due to their racist implications. At the time the game was popular, societal norms were very different, and many cultural elements we find unacceptable today were prevalent.
We strive to present history as it was, including its uncomfortable truths, to encourage reflection and learning. We acknowledge the racist history associated with the game, and our goal is to foster discussions that help us understand the past and shape a more inclusive future. We appreciate your engagement and welcome any further questions or thoughts you might have.