I was born and raised in Columbus. My dad managed the Rexview Drive-in Theater. As Mormons, we were taught that we were all God's children and that skin color made no difference. I grew up on Hamilton Rd.and we lived next to the predominantly Black community on Alexander St. I grew up playing with the children of both communities and we never thought a thing about it. My dad treated his Black staff no differently than his white staff. When the theaters integrated, the cashier said that wasn't going to sell tickets to Black people. My dad informed her that she'd need to find another job. She backed down! My first job was as the projectionist at the Liberty Theater. I ran the last reel of film there on the day it closed. I'm glad that I had parents that taught by example. Columbus was a great place to grow up!
That's what all white people say (skin color makes no difference). PLEASE. Give us all ten thousand breaks. That is NOT reality in AmeriKKKa. That's why I left that wretched country. And by the way, no all of us are Christians, worshiping white Jesus and his imaginary sky-god daddy, Jehovah.
I am moving to the area soon as a black educator I am an independent welding engineer. I teach welding courses and build shipping container conversions I look forward to uplifting the used in the people in the area once I'm there in the break of Summer Love the video once again salute be blessed.
It was great watching this video. It reminds me of home. Though I no longer live in Columbus, I will never forget about it's rich history and all of the wonderful people who had a great impact on me.
The Ma Rainey House, The Liberty Theater, and The Spencer Home, The slave cemetery, The churches, all located in the hood. They've built the area up though, it looks nothing like it did 5 years ago when B.T.W. was standing. There's so much I didn't know and I've lived here 15 years. Walked past those places time and time again! Feeling a little proud of little ol' C-Town!
A little proud of lil' ole C-Town. I'm very proud of my Hometown Columbus. Born and raised been here 41yrs. There's non other like Columbus. I call Columbus the Capital of West Georgia. Columbus Represent.
I grew up in near by Dawson, GA. and used to party in the fountain city on the weekends. But why isn't the great history of Columbus known like that of Albany.
born in phenix city 58 years ago.both sides of the hooch are beautiful after all the years of planning and hard work that has been put into it.guess we finally got on the map,,huh..🙌
My Uncle Archie Corley owned and worked the corner building that had a liquor store on the corner and a BBQ restaurant and bar downstairs and had a couple of pool tables with a large L shaped bar you could sit at with tables , it was always hopping at night and the weekends it was the place to be to meet up with relatives. They could fish on the river then too. up stairs they had some gambling too
Did you know Marilyn McCoo(from singing group 5th Dimension) have ties with Columbus Ga? Wayne Brady of CBS Let's Make A Deal born in Columbus Ga and raised in Orlando Fla.That's new to me.
Kenny01B often mention Cols. Ga. On the show he host . Seem proud of his roots . All I will say different stroke for different folks research I know differently it’s all on who you know . Look are deceiving always ...monies talks in Columbus Ga. and who you know more monies more connections . Now this city is fake just have lots of monies are enough to cost of hidden prices
Yes I know Marilyn Mccoo has ties here, I'm a relative of hers. My mother name is Bessie Mae Wallace, we lived on top of 10th St. In East Wynnton, Mrs. McCoo and family lived in big home with big circle drive way on corner of Lawyer's Lane. Their was a brick wall built around their home. My auntie screened in porch house still stands on top of 10th street, it's now a green and white house I think. I wud love to meet my long lost relatives cuz at 7yrs.old I was raised in foster home with my brother and one of my sisters til we emancipated out of system. My name is Emma M.Wallace yes I still lives in Columbus, Ga.
Haha y’all don’t know the real thing about Columbus I was raised in they had police that would come in your house when ever they feel like it this was the fifties the klan ride in your hood and you can’t go near theirs yeah haha it look good now but hey lots of negative things happen back then haha and those water fountains we would switch the singes
juseph29 4 years ago u stated u were glad u live in Columbus Ga. Any changes? Columbus must have good paying jobs reasonable housing low on crimes outing are cheap . Tell me what’s so great about living in Columbus,Ga. When u find the time please tell me. Maybe this is the place and you will spread the words just how wonderful Cols. Ga ...
Forget about Trump he is a Republican Atlanta Ga. might be Democratic but Columbus is well known as a Republican city as far skin color that a joke did you grow up in Columbus what year last twenty years yes I see outside most areas big improvements have been made I wouldn’t trust that town or the State of Georgia . You can think as you please I love New York omg wonderful experience much more too see and do
@@glendajones3173 Glenda Jones I wouldn't trade all five Boroughs of New York City for the old "Dirty Mikes" grocery. Not to be confused with Gerry Giakoumatos' FiDi Cordato's deli where he operates "Dirty Mikes," a bar that comes alive after five when it fills with "girls offering $10 lap dances." By all means stay in New York, it deserves all the people like you it can get.
I was born and raised in Columbus. My dad managed the Rexview Drive-in Theater. As Mormons, we were taught that we were all God's children and that skin color made no difference. I grew up on Hamilton Rd.and we lived next to the predominantly Black community on Alexander St. I grew up playing with the children of both communities and we never thought a thing about it. My dad treated his Black staff no differently than his white staff. When the theaters integrated, the cashier said that wasn't going to sell tickets to Black people. My dad informed her that she'd need to find another job. She backed down! My first job was as the projectionist at the Liberty Theater. I ran the last reel of film there on the day it closed. I'm glad that I had parents that taught by example. Columbus was a great place to grow up!
Great story thanks for posting.
John Gilbert all good are you still in contact with those peoples,now that u r older . That would tell a lot...
Seems someone who's name starts with a G has a certain unfavorable opionion of "white folk".
That's what all white people say (skin color makes no difference). PLEASE. Give us all ten thousand breaks. That is NOT reality in AmeriKKKa. That's why I left that wretched country. And by the way, no all of us are Christians, worshiping white Jesus and his imaginary sky-god daddy, Jehovah.
I was born here and grew up their part of my life. It is still a hell hole for blacks.
Beautiful video that makes me so proud to have Columbus as my home town. There is just something about it.
I was born and raised in Columbus , Georgia , Appreciate you sharing “ Black History of Columbus, Georgia ❗️💪🏽❤️✊🏽❤️👊🏽❤️
Thank you for this . Born in Columbus 58 years ago this month . Love that city .Peace to you all .
Born in Brooklyn NY raised down south in Columbus,GA...From 05-2016
Born and raised in Columbus Georgia. Great video
This production is SO well done. It's refreshing to see and hear the positive aspect of my hometown. ❤️
Grew up in Sealed, Alabama kinfolk corner was a every weekend trip. GREAT video.
This is a promotional film for the city of Columbus, Georgia.
Born and raised in Columbus. Such rich history
I am moving to the area soon as a black educator I am an independent welding engineer. I teach welding courses and build shipping container conversions I look forward to uplifting the used in the people in the area once I'm there in the break of Summer Love the video once again salute be blessed.
It was great watching this video. It reminds me of home. Though I no longer live in Columbus, I will never forget about it's rich history and all of the wonderful people who had a great impact on me.
I have visited Columbus a number of times (I live near Macon). I thoroughly enjoyed this presentation.
The Ma Rainey House, The Liberty Theater, and The Spencer Home, The slave cemetery, The churches, all located in the hood. They've built the area up though, it looks nothing like it did 5 years ago when B.T.W. was standing. There's so much I didn't know and I've lived here 15 years. Walked past those places time and time again! Feeling a little proud of little ol' C-Town!
A little proud of lil' ole C-Town. I'm very proud of my Hometown Columbus. Born and raised been here 41yrs. There's non other like Columbus. I call Columbus the Capital of West Georgia. Columbus Represent.
I absolutely love this. Great job, even inspirational.
Ok. Ok. I put Columbus BACK on my list as potential relocation sites👍🏾. Nice video.
Muscogee Creeks!!!
Thank you for posting this film. My father was born in Columbus, in 1924 in a little house on the banks of the Chattahoochee River.
I grew up in near by Dawson, GA. and used to party in the fountain city on the weekends. But why isn't the great history of Columbus known like that of Albany.
Well produced video. I was born , raised and lived in Columbus until I was 24 and learned some new things about my hometown, thanks to your video.
I live in Ladonia, and I just came across this video. It was beautifully shot. And very informative. You've got a new Sub.😊
Awesome video!,
Born and raised across the river in P C Alabama...been living in Columbus since 1986. Such a warm video with a very proud and rich History ❤ 🦾
Not far from you, ft. Mitchell Alabama 🥰
Love this video! Thanks!!!!
born in phenix city 58 years ago.both sides of the hooch are beautiful after all the years of planning and hard work that has been put into it.guess we finally got on the map,,huh..🙌
Great video
Columbus Is My Hometown And It The Best Place I Spent My Life While Growing Up
Great Job, Mr. Watson.
Good Job!
My Uncle Archie Corley owned and worked the corner building that had a liquor store on the corner and a BBQ restaurant and bar downstairs and had a couple of pool tables with a large L shaped bar you could sit at with tables , it was always hopping at night and the weekends it was the place to be to meet up with relatives. They could fish on the river then too. up stairs they had some gambling too
I spotted my aunt in one of the photos!
My home
Fort benning (Ft. Benning) is now Fort Moore or Ft.Moore
I'm still here, look me up. They call me Towtruk.
Did you know Marilyn McCoo(from singing group 5th Dimension) have ties with Columbus Ga? Wayne Brady of CBS Let's Make A Deal born in Columbus Ga and raised in Orlando Fla.That's new to me.
yep...wayne brady,chili from tlc(E Canty) on Cusseta rd,
Just to name a few;no name mention of others very very well known
Kenny01B often mention Cols. Ga. On the show he host . Seem proud of his roots . All I will say different stroke for different folks research I know differently it’s all on who you know . Look are deceiving always ...monies talks in Columbus Ga. and who you know more monies more connections . Now this city is fake just have lots of monies are enough to cost of hidden prices
Yes I know Marilyn Mccoo has ties here, I'm a relative of hers. My mother name is Bessie Mae Wallace, we lived on top of 10th St. In East Wynnton, Mrs. McCoo and family lived in big home with big circle drive way on corner of Lawyer's Lane. Their was a brick wall built around their home. My auntie screened in porch house still stands on top of 10th street, it's now a green and white house I think. I wud love to meet my long lost relatives cuz at 7yrs.old I was raised in foster home with my brother and one of my sisters til we emancipated out of system. My name is Emma M.Wallace yes I still lives in Columbus, Ga.
Reparations Now 🔥🔥🔥
Its crazy how my grandfather wasn't mentioned in this video
Reparations now 🔥🔥🔥
Haha y’all don’t know the real thing about Columbus I was raised in they had police that would come in your house when ever they feel like it this was the fifties the klan ride in your hood and you can’t go near theirs yeah haha it look good now but hey lots of negative things happen back then haha and those water fountains we would switch the singes
CBS Doc Eyes on the prize
glad i moved to Columbus...
juseph29 4 years ago u stated u were glad u live in Columbus Ga. Any changes? Columbus must have good paying jobs reasonable housing low on crimes outing are cheap . Tell me what’s so great about living in Columbus,Ga. When u find the time please tell me. Maybe this is the place and you will spread the words just how wonderful Cols. Ga ...
clifton school my momma and sisters and brothers went there
Why is it people were more intelligent in older times?
All the progress of its early history flushed down the drain. Someone needs to clean it up. Turning into Montgomery.
What do you mean?
skin color makes no difference or were u r from or the way u dress but is all I can say is go trump go
Brayden Layfield Up until the last part your comment made sense
Forget about Trump he is a Republican Atlanta Ga. might be Democratic but Columbus is well known as a Republican city as far skin color that a joke did you grow up in Columbus what year last twenty years yes I see outside most areas big improvements have been made I wouldn’t trust that town or the State of Georgia . You can think as you please I love New York omg wonderful experience much more too see and do
@@glendajones3173 Glenda Jones I wouldn't trade all five Boroughs of New York City for the old "Dirty Mikes" grocery. Not to be confused with Gerry Giakoumatos' FiDi Cordato's deli where he operates "Dirty Mikes," a bar that comes alive after five when it fills with "girls offering $10 lap dances."
By all means stay in New York, it deserves all the people like you it can get.
What Donald Trump got to do with Columbus,Georgia